What is Depression?
Depression and Suicide
Many of the most overwhelming symptoms of depression are thoughts of worthlessness, hopelessness and suicide. The pain is so great, people can view death as a relief.
In fact, 15% of people with chronic depression die by suicide.
Thoughts of suicide must be taken very seriously and if your loved one is openly expressing a wish to die, do not hesitate to take them immediately to an emergency room or call 911 for help – it’s that urgent!