Is it normal to think about suicide everyday?

No it is not. However once you recognize you are and go seek help a person can overcome those thoughts.

No, it isn't. In case you do go through the stress of being suicidal every day, get help. There is no harm is talking it out with some. I've gone through thoughts of escaping quite often but then I've never thought of giving up on life, no matter how scared I am of it and no matter how daunting it gets. Talk it out. There maybe a better outcome in that, than suicide.

It depends. If you’re getting help, no. If you’re all alone, yes. If you’re receiving medical attention you shouldn’t be having these thoughts everyday anymore, it means your treatment isn’t working. If you aren’t seeking for help, yes. It may get worse, that’s why you always need to reach out for help before it’s too late.

Of course not. Human beings are programmed to love life. By nature we have the desire to live and have a sense of self-preservation. If that sense is gone for any reason, then we may be tempted to fulfill the desire to die.

While sometimes people might think of things like this in passing, if you're thinking about it every day, it might be time to seek the help of a trusted adult. Sometimes still, those who think of it daily are still in passing, without any intention of carrying through (ideations). If you're feeling down most of the time, or start to think on this topic more seriously, it might be time to reach out.

Normalizing suicidal thoughts is a dangerous thing to do, and I would argue it is not normal to think of suicide everyday. If you are having recurring suicidal thoughts, it is best to seek professional help. When professional help is unvailable, I recommend seeking a counselor (through crisis chat, crisis hotline, etc).

Once in my lifetime, I was in the same situation. I've searched professional help. I've changed some situations in my life and with a small and helpful therapy I got back on track again. Please don't give up! Please look for professional help. That you've been born is a gift. You are a gift to this world. And it's your journey to see it by yourself. You are worth every single breath you take. You have strenght. And don't you worry: The sun is always there, even if a rain cloud is in front of it. It will pass and you will gain back happiness and sense of life. Please contact professional medical help. Take care

No. Seek professional help, you shouldn't be living like this and you don't have to be. There's help available and you can live much, much happier.

There was a period in my life where I was thinking about suicide almost every day, making very difficult to come up with any will to do something, constantly haunted by an overwhelming sense of decay and transience: "Why should I do that particular thing or why should act towards that particular goal if in a short time I won't exist anymore?" was the question I struggled to find an answer to. This thought, however, wasn't originated by a particular sad situation or depression, but rather by a nihilistic attitude, due to which I couldn't find meaning in anything (I thought it was like mocking myself to pretend things could have the "meaning" we decide to shed on them, as many existentialists suggest to do). By the time this question became less and less haunting, but I think has plaid an important role to make me understand myself better and point out what I think is really important in my life, removing all those things that do not make any sense to me.

I wouldn't say it's 'normal'. Not everyone thinks about suicide every day but people who experience depression or any kind of other mental health issues can experience suicidal thoughts. These thoughts can come and go. We're not making any plans and they come and go. However, if you feel like you're putting a plan together: IT'S REALLY IMPORTANT TO REACH OUT! My point is: it's 'normal' to think about suicide every day as long as they come and go. However, I strongly recommend searching professional help!

I don't think it's normal, but it happens. Depression sucks. It's a word that gets thrown around WAY too easily. Lots of mentally healthy people will claim to be depressed, when really they're just experiencing what is normal human emotions, and they're back to 'normal' fairly quickly.Even if you think you'll never act on your thoughts, this is not something to take lightly. You really, really need to seek a therapist and discuss these thoughts and how to deal with them. So, no, it is not normal, and it is very dangerous. Find someone ASAP to get help. Look for a good therapist for sure, and find a psychiatrist that will work with you on medication that can help.

It is not normal, and you should call a suicide hotline. People on 7 cups are not trained to handle suicidal talks. Please call 1-800-273 TALK (8255) or go here: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/GetHelp/LifelineChat.aspx

Sometimes, when you're going through a really low point in your life, your thoughts can begin to go to that dark place. It's a hard place to get out of, as I know. I have tried to kill myself 3 times in my life, and I'm 24. I won't tell you to remember all the people you'd leave behind, because that can be extremely difficult in the moment. The important thing is to identify why YOU want to live, whether it's for your family, your friends, your hamster, whatever. Stay strong. You can get through this

It is normal to think about suicide sometimes. But a daily occurrence probably indicates there is something that needs to be addressed. Underlying depression, anxiety, or something else. Thoughts of suicide are a symptom of a problem. Keeping that in mind may help guide you to the right resources to begin the process of healing.

I don't think so. Even if it does not involve you being the victim, it is a negative thought nonetheless and no one is supposed to dwell on such things daily. You might like to dissect your thought process and try to get to the source of these thoughts. Where is it coming from? What triggered it? And most importantly, is it helping me in any possible way? As far as I know, having negative ideas recurrently can have a damaging effect in the long run, both emotionally and psychologically. So, it is better if you think about this a little more deeply and think for yourself. All the best :)

No, most definately not. Unfortuantely it does happen and that is hard, but you can learn to cope and counsellors can sometimes help.

Well this ones more personal, I've been told it's not normal and I've experienced weeks where I haven't myself. So no it's not normal to want to hurt yourself you think about hurting yourself everyday. It's somthing you should take very seriously. It's important you communicate with people around you, that can be the hardest.

No, this is absolutely not normal and if you are having these thoughts daily please seek help. If you are constantly thinking about suicide and it is interfering with your daily life then i suggest going to therapy where you can get professional help. :)

No, it's not. Yes we all go through those thoughts, but not everyday. I personally go through this. You should start by thinking good thoughts. Replace all the bad ones with good ones

Yes, it is totally normal to be an existential nihilist. But it isn't normal to use that excuse to not evolve or not contribute to physical world under those suicidal thoughts. there has been some great philosophers, artists, writers like Charles Bukowski, Albert Camus who constantly contemplated suicide but their works now inspire all of us. We must all strive to make use of our emptiness and convert it into something of value for others. :)

I don't think its normal to think about suicide everyday since it does demotivate you. Suicide is a very sensitive topic and being in that state is something your should be very aware of. People who are suicidal had enough of everything and they think that death is the only way. Remember death is a permanent solution for a temporary problem. Things will get better, never lose hope. We are always here to listen.

Suicide is the final step for many so it is worrying. Thinking about it though is an opportunity to realise that you need help and support and knowing you have to do everything to change what is happening in your life

In 2015 I thought about it everyday and eventually it landed my in a psych ward on a pink slip. I am thankful I no longer think of it as an option ever. I still struggle with depression and terrible feelings of loneliness but I try to remember that everything is temporary and somehow and sometime it will change. My dear Grandmother used to tell me “this too shall pass”. She was an incredibly strong woman born in 1914 and she experienced much adversity in her life. If you think about “it” everyday by all means please seek professional help because you are not alone and there is help and hope. Never give up!

Suicidal thoughts can be a normal response if your life circumstances are really stressful. What they may be signalling is that you need support. Don't ever hesitate to reach out!

I think it is perfectly fine to ponder about the topic every now and then, as long as it does not affect your daily life. When it starts to affect your daily life, it can start to snowball into a larger issue that gets out of hand very quickly. If you find yourself thinking about suicide every now and then, it is ok. If you are contemplating suicide everyday, please try to find a professional. We listeners are here to help with smaller handable issues, and suicide is definitely outside of our expertise. What we can do for you are limited and I hope you understand.

It can be normal to think of suicide daily - especially during tough periods in our lives, although it isn't healthy. Finding the right support and resources to get you back on track feeling yourself and positive again is really important - starting with the listeners here on 7cups is a great start. Remember that you are not alone, and that sometimes you may feel hopeless but that doesn't mean that you are helpless (or hopeless ;). Support or treatment for suicidal thoughts is different for everyone, so don't feel defeated if you don't feel improvements straight away - like anytime you are unwell with the flu sometimes you take to time to heal.

It is not healthy to think about suicide everyday. It can mean that someone doesn't want to terminate his/her life, but just wants to stop to feel the way he/she feels. It is important to talk to someone who can help and to try to be oriented on a solution that is constructive.

I believe suicidal thoughts are made because that person can't find the guidance and answers. I believe it is normal if one is stuck in a situation like that.

In some situations, thinking about rest like that is understandable at times. But if you're thinking about it every day that's something that most clinicians would call worrisome, even alarming. Are you making specific plans? That's another big step toward "it's time for a professional," from the research I've done and counselors I've spoken with. *But* you shouldn't worry about whether it's normal or average according to 'everyone' but whether it's normal for *you.* If it's becoming an every day concern and worry, that's reason enough to reach out to a professional and see how they can help. They don't judge, they listen with compassion and try to find all of the ways to help you that they can.

Thinking about it everyday is not something usual to do. If you are going through a hard time, it may just be a sign of exhaustion, depending how long you have been thinking about it. Thinking about it everyday can be dangerous :) Try talking to a therapist here, they can tell you more.