Many people having suicidal thoughts are depressed. For those diagnosed with depression , the prognosis is good for a full recovery with the aid of antidepressant medication and counseling. For those with alcohol or drug problems, recovery can be long and difficult, but can be done. Those with more severe mental illnesses such as schizophrenia may hope for great improvement in their disease with the aid of medication and regular psychiatric care. Whether no treatment is recommended or medicines and counseling are suggested, following through on treatment is the best means of prevention.
Suicidal thoughts can be frightening, and they can indicate a serious illness.
They have a real disease. Real medicines are usually successful in treatment. If you feel that someone is depressed, ask. If you are concerned that someone might be considering suicide, ask. If someone volunteers to you that they are thinking about suicide, please listen.