There are various occasions in an individual’s life that could trigger them. This could be the smallest action or thought. For instance, a person fidgeting with a pair of scissors could cause another person across the room to stand up and leave the space altogether. This is just a subtle sort of inconvenience that has been portrayed. Sometimes these minor disadvantages lead to bigger problems, like emotional stress, further leading an individual into Depression. Let’s find out, Is a person suicidal, or simply seeking attention? Mental Health is one of those issues which is even today treated as a taboo around the globe and hasn’t been given enough importance or value. Unfortunately, people die of it every single day, and there are still individuals who are either not educated enough or are well educated and still ignore the issue as though it doesn’t exist in the first place. This article deals with the idea that has been questioned extensively and still goes unnoticed, Is a person suicidal, or simply seeking attention?
The difference between ‘the Depressed’ and ‘the Narcissistic’:
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to constantly keep interrogating yourself? Asking yourself whether you’re good enough or not? Whether anything you do matters or is just a matter that can be ignored in your life, like most other aspects, YOU, for instance? These are the kinds of questions an individual asks himself/herself when they face serious issues and are trying to or wish to seek help but cannot afford to for various reasons, one of the many being: the fear of rejection or that of being ignored. They do not wish for the fact to hit them at all, the fact that they might not matter as much to someone as they assumed they did, which in turn leads them to conclude the issue in a confused state of mind or to bottle their feelings up altogether, which at any given point in time could screw the whole atmosphere up. People who have serious issues or are in dire need of help are mostly the people who have been constantly ignored or sidelined and framed for not doing their best or maybe just not doing enough or not being good enough. These people eventually fall into Depression and find it hard to break through the vicious cycle of self-doubt and hatred. Most of us confuse these people with people who seek attention, those who live for attention, and who could go to any extent to achieve that. Unfortunately, to differentiate between the two, there is no particular test that could help. Still, intuitions do surprisingly give a hand at it.
Narcissistic Personality Disorder:
NPD is a kind of disorder where a person is likely extensively pompous for some reason and regards himself/herself as superior to others. Most persons having NPD are the ones who seek this attention that is often confused with Depression. So if you are asking yourself the question, ‘Am I depressed or just seeking attention?’ You are likely depressed or probably just sad because a person seeking attention would never deal with their thoughts; an examination of conscience is out of the question. People with NPD think that anything they do should be admired, and criticism shouldn’t be an idea of the plethora of somebody before them because they seek to somehow destroy that individual’s dignity is not the best way. These are our attention-seeking gangs; they tend to act out if someone fails to give them attention or feels ignored. Q1. Is visiting a therapist alright? A1. People think that visiting therapists is only for the weak-hearted; it is believed that the individuals seeking professional help for matters of the mind are probably insane, which is false. It is mostly the people who avoid a therapist for lame reasons like these, who need to meet one first. Visiting a therapist is almost like visiting a friend, but just one who helps you out of the mess that might have been created consciously or subconsciously in your life; they are simply your private listeners who suggest things to you or break things down for you for your betterment. Q2. What are the causes of Depression? A2. Depression does not have to have a single cause, it can have multiple, and it can be acute or severe. The cause aren’t even definite; Depression could be caused by an intense situation that you previously might have faced in your life, or f you are constantly triggered by something, it does not particularly have to be the loss of a loved one or a divorce or a breakup. However, these are included in the list. It could also be due to financial instability or stress. Bottom line, multiple factors could trigger Depression, not one. Q3. How is one mentally affected by Depression? A3. Depression is the product of mental health in the first place; it is not something that goes the other way round. An individual’s brain is the most powerful organ in their body; it controls the whole body itself. Depression, thus, is something that is caused by various triggering experiences and needs to be treated before it worsens. It can lead to a person losing interest in almost everything, feeling disinterested and like nothing matters; it also leads to fatigue and bad immunity and mobility. People suffering from depression often tend to push people away and seclude themselves from their usual routines or others in general. Q4. Is Depression something that can be cured? A4. We cannot claim that Depression can be cured, but remission is something, or the reduction of the disease can be possible. Depression is not something that happens overnight or even over weeks. It is caused over a long frame in time, so the condition getting cured is not possible. We cannot even treat Depression as a disease actually; Depression is a mental condition that needs to be treated professionally to stabilize this ‘state of mind’ situation -Lydia Lynette Daniels
title: “Am I Suicidal Or Attention Seeking Bob Cut Magazine” ShowToc: true date: “2022-10-26” author: “Evelyn Strickler”
Is the need for sympathy and attention the same thing?
In a way, yes. But it digs deeper than just a simple yes. The need for attention co-relates to more than just wanting to be the center of attention. It’s not the positive kind of attention you get when people find out you’re suicidal. It’s the need for sympathy and comfort a person is looking for just for someone to trust and confide in. It’s not attention-seeking, maybe it’s an attempt to communicate pain in a way you can communicate your pain. And it doesn’t have to be labeled as a negative thing. People posting sad quotes on their social media are often mocked for this behavior. Society is a funny entity to be a part of. On one hand, people are encouraged to be vulnerable and are applauded for it. On the other hand, they are ridiculed for it.
The role of age
When you ask people the same question, “whether someone is suicidal or just attention seeking?”, most of them will reply with “It depends on how old they are.” I believe this mentality to be a toxic one that disregards the feelings of the younger members of society. The notion that younger kids pretend to be depressed just to get attention because they don’t have real problems is a problematic one. There is no textbook which denies depression and suicidal behavior in kids. Puberty can be a hard time. It’s when a lot of things are changing around you and inside you. Change is not limited to your body; it extends to academics, relationships with family, friends, and a million other things in your life. Many teens go through their first relationships and breakups, begin to realize parental pressure and things become overall overwhelming.
Your feelings are valid.
To put it scientifically, depression is the cause of suicides. Depression is nothing but a deficiency of a hormone named serotonin in your body. It’s as simple as that. Factors such as trauma, genetics, gender, certain medications, and conflict affect it. Symptoms could include changes in appetite, sleeping patterns, weight loss/ weight gain, feeling of numbness, losing interest in things that used to interest you, social withdrawal, etc. If you feel these symptoms are present and persistent and also have an urge to end your life, then no, you’re not attention-seeking. You’re just suicidal. Another symptom you may not be aware of that comes with depression is the feeling of guilt and worthlessness. Thoughts like “other people have it worse than me”, “or why am I so ungrateful” might penetrate your brain regularly. It doesn’t matter if you’re self-harming, or just thinking about self-harming. Even if you are self-harming, whether it’s for attention or because you just want to do it because you’re sad. You require help. Because either way, this is unhealthy behavior. Suicidal words and behavior require quick and compassionate intervention. Some people impend or attempt suicide as a despairing way of bringing it to their loved ones’ knowledge that they are suffering and want help. They may be unable to communicate their thoughts in any other manner, or they may assume that no one cares or can help them. Individuals who are suicidal require immediate care and help. Suicidal words and behavior require quick and compassionate intervention. Some people threaten or attempt suicide as a desperate way of letting others know they are suffering, are unable to cope, and want assistance. They may be unable to communicate their thoughts in any other manner, or they may assume that no one cares or can assist them.
Why do people self-harm?
While some people self-harm to express their sadness, it can also be done for a variety of other reasons. To help them to feel when they are emotionally numb; to distract themselves from the emotional anguish they are experiencing; to control themselves emotionally; to punish themselves, or to disfigure themselves are some of these causes. Self-harm doesn’t necessarily mean that people want to end their lives and existence. However, people who engage in self-harm have a higher risk of suicide, which increases as the number of self-harm events increases. As a result, self-harm poses a significant risk and should not be mistaken for attention-seeking. It is known that self-harm is most common among individuals younger in age, usually between the ages of 12 and 24 years, but it is essential to be open-minded and to comprehend that anyone presenting in an unusual mental state, acting off, with an injury including cuts and bruises may be self-harming. Self-harm is a maladaptive coping technique used to reduce uncomfortable sensations or convey discomfort in the majority of cases. Childhood abuse is believed to accompany an increased likelihood of self-harm, as well as early fatalities and tense dealings and affairs. In terms of personality disorders, it is predicted that around three-quarters of people with BPD will self-harm at some point in their lives.
Conclusion
Depression, suicide, and self-harm are all linked. Suicide is the last resort and self-harm is the road to it. If you see any signs of self-harm on anyone, try to be there for them. Listen to them, have a conversation about it, and make it clear that they’re not alone. If you are someone who indulges in self-harm, reach out for help. Understand how dangerous it is and know that your life matters. If you know someone who wants to end it all, don’t guilt them into not doing it, as it’s only going to make it worse. Ask them to stay for them and not because someone else is going to be miserable if they don’t. It gets better.
