WHEN LIFE GETS (TOO) HARD

What do I do? How do I keep going?

You are not the only one

Listen to the stories of other people who struggled with thoughts about suicide. You will realize that you’re not the only one who has these restless feelings. Their stories can help you to escape. Know you are not alone in this. We want to know your story. We want you to know there is help and hope.

Other's Stories

So incredibly tired

She was so incredibly tired, and there was nothing that seemed valuable. From somewhere a thought emerged, how nice it would be to be dead. Yet she was ashamed to share these thoughts with anyone else.

It's okay to be depressed

Most of the time depression is a secret for people. Mirjam was wondering if she was allowed to be depressed. Since she was eight years old, she has regularly depressive thoughts. But lately she sees it as her identity.

Ashamed of his thoughts

He was busy, worked hard, but at night he was restless and couldn't sleep. After seeking help from a doctor it turned out he was manic depressed. He felt so ashamed about his dark and suicidal thoughts.

Expert Help

What should you do if you struggle with thoughts about suicide, or if you know someone who struggle with these things? Our experts can advice you in a natural honest way. Watch the conversations with them in the video’s below.

WHAT CAN YOU DO?

What can you do if a friend, colleague or someone you know struggles with thoughts of suicide, or does not want to live as a result of depression?

PROCESSING THE SUFFERING

Willem lost his daughter in 2012. He shares about the reality of the loss and the reality of the recovery. Do you have to work again if you are still in mourning? Willem gives you honest advice in dealing with recovery and loss.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE THINKING ABOUT SUICIDE?

You may not always realize that you are not the only one who is struggling with thoughts about death, stepping out of life. Jan Mokkenstorm, the founder of the national suicide prevention foundation, examines the question of how many people struggle with the thoughts of suicide.

A HELPING HAND

When things are really dark and you can't find any hope, it's important to know that God is not mad at you but actually loves you in it. Pieter Hoekstra, logotherapist and theologian, reminds us don't have be perfect or meet certain rules for God to care about us.

HOW TO talk with someone who is suicidal

What should you do if someone in your area is considering suicide? A lot of people do not know how to react. Clinical Psychologist Martin Steendam gives concrete advice in this interview.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

More information about statistics and relevant advice about suicide and depression.

STATISTICS ABOUT SUICIDE

The number of suicides has been increasing for a number of years. In 2016, 1,894 people in the Netherlands ended their lives, 23 more than in 2015. This is an average of 5.2 suicides per day (source). There are around 1 000 000 people worldwide who commit suicide. This means that every 32 seconds a new victim has been killed.

WHERE CAN I FIND HELP?

Who can you tell your story to and who can help you? There are several organisations that you can turn to for help. There are also telephone lines that you can call at any time of the day to tell your story.

WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOU’RE DEPRESSED?

How can you build up some more mental resistance against depression and depression? Here are some concrete tips that can help you on your way.

TALK ABOUT YOUR FEELINGS

If you’re struggling with your own thoughts, whether it’s just that you’re feeling rotten or that you can’t get rid of the thoughts of suicide, it’s important that you don’t keep your thoughts to yourself, but share them.

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