What should I do when my depression starts getting severe or I start having suicidal thoughts?

Having suicidal thoughts can be scary and often overwhelming, but recognizing that you're having them can be a great first step. There are some things that you can do to help yourself immediately. Contacting someone who you trust - a family member, classmate, or friend - to let them know that you need help is a good way of keeping yourself safe. You can also contact the suicide hotline 1-800-273-8255 or www.suicide.org to get professional assistance.

I tend to self harm when very upset. But I've been working on it. And one of my biggest support systems is right here on 7 Cups. It really means a lot when someone is there to listen :)

It is most helpful if you could contact a suicide hotline or a website like suicide.org. It will probably be the best option

What I did when I was younger, which didn't help, was ignore it. What I did that helped was to keep my therapist informed about how I was feeling, and take his advice to heart to let people help me. That included seeing a psychiatrist and getting my meds changed, as well as some time in a hospital program.

Call the national suicide hotline. Go to an adult you trust at school or work. Talk to someone you trust about how you are feeling.

Best idea would be getting a professinoal help , we all need guidance sometimes , even the strongest

Ask for help. You don't have to do things alone and it would be very sad if you end with your life. That's a huge decision, please, contact the necessary help and let's work this out.

Having a plan in place for dips in mood will be one of your biggest allies. Depression and suicidal ideation are always serious. While you are feeling relatively well, you might consider setting out an emergency mood plan, including who to contact such as a hotline or trusted friend, as well as any activities or places to go which help ground you.

Talk to someone about it. Preferable someone you know very well or a trained professional. If you cant do either of those just find someone to talk to about it that will care.

You should ask someone - a friend, a family member, a counsellor - for help. You are not alone. Many people have been in your situation before and there is help to be found. Call your local suicide line if you are seriously considering suicide.