Alex's Answer
I've tried to keep on living
Your Question
Planning on overdosing tomorrow. I tried to keep on living i just could not do it anymore 🙁 I’m sorry
Answer
Hi, welcome to Ask Alex
Thank you for getting in touch with us at Ask Alex – we are here to help and support you. It sounds like you are going through a really difficult time right now, but you are so brave to reach out and contact us to tell us how you are feeling.
If you are having thoughts of suicide, it is very important to speak to someone as soon as possible, as you are not alone and there is support out there for you. If you need immediate help, you can contact the Gardaí at 999 or 112; both these numbers are freephone numbers.
You can also contact Pieta House (www.pieta.ie/) who offer a free crisis helpline for people with suicide ideation and self-harm on 1800 247 247 or Text HELP to 51444. There is also the Samaritans (www.samaritans.org/ireland/
Have you been able to speak to an adult you trust about how you are feeling? They would be able to help you get the right support. Your GP also would be aware of local supports and be able to link you in with those too.
If you feel like you can’t talk to someone you know, you can always call the Childline Team at 1800 66 66 66 or reach out through Live Chat at www.Childline.ie. Our services are non-judgmental and confidential. You are never alone, and there are people available to listen and explore your options with you so please reach out to us when you need help and support. We are open 24-hours a day, every day!
Take care of yourself, we hope to hear from you soon,
Alex