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reminder: sharing hotline numbers can help many who suffer from suicidal thoughts, but for some it feels like confirmation that they don't have anyone close to them who cares
if someone you love is struggling, don't just give them a number - ask them if they want to talk to YOU
if someone you love is struggling, don't just give them a number - ask them if they want to talk to YOU
also, that being said, depression is a real piece of shit - much like any other potentially fatal illness, sometimes the even the best treatments can't fully heal it
the best anyone can do is educate themselves on what depression is like, watch for symptoms, and LISTEN
the best anyone can do is educate themselves on what depression is like, watch for symptoms, and LISTEN
sincerely,
those of us who are only still here because someone noticed and spoke up
those of us who are only still here because someone noticed and spoke up
oh i should add - even if they say "no, i'm fine, thanks" the simple fact that you cared enough to ask can make all the difference
