Is it normal that i think about suicide because of my weight?

i have always been slightly overweight, failed realtionships, family problems and social issues have always been a problem throughout my life and i have always turned to comfort food, by the age of 15 i was already 13 stone, now at the age of 21 i am still 13 stone and only 5"1, i feel ashamed, embarrased and suicidal about this issue, i sometimes feel that if i died then i wouldnt have to be fat anymore, everywhere i look every magazine and every poster has a skinnier women on it, this makes me feel insecure and vulnerable, im scared what others think, is this normal? do i have a problem? and should i consult a doctor about these issues?

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Comments ( 12 )
  • No one should ever feel suicidal about their weight.
    I know there are people out there who love you for who you are, not your weight. My best freind is over weight and I still love her. I made her learn to not care what other people think and to only think about what the people who love you think. And they wouldn't care about your weight and looks. So keep searching for those special people. They will show up in your life sometime sooner or later. And I promise you. (:

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  • Neapolitana

    Please see a therapist (one you connect with--keep looking until you find someone you like). Once you are on the right track with your emotional wellbeing, the physical stuff will fall into place. It has to be inside before outside. It just has to. I pray that you put the idea of death away, and just focus on getting better:)

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  • JJxoxo

    I felt the same way. I tryed to commit suicide because of it. I felt so ashamed aferwards I couldn't even tell my best friend. I know what it's like to be heavy and sad about it. When I was 15 I Weighted over 200 pounds! And I have tried to lose it. All it takes is determination and someone to back you up. Friends are great for that! All you have to do is find someone with the same goal.

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  • Thatguy777

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    Dramatic as FUCK!

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  • SomeRandomPerson

    Just start dieting, it'll be alright. Take your time. Plus, a real guy wouldn't care about such a weight. He'll only set his eyes upon your personality.

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  • Star1778

    You should see a doctor, as soon as possible, and have them help you figure out a routine for losing some weight. It's not easy, I'm going through this problem right now. But, with the right motivation, and possibly some prescription medications, it may be easier than you might think.

    The sooner the better, though. A lower calorie diet, healthier eating habits and some daily exercise, along with your doctor's help and even some medication, you should be feeling better in no time.

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  • swagblack

    In fact, you don't need to give yourself so much stress. why don't enjoy your body? Fat is not your wrong.
    Its normal to be fat, but its not normal if you have suicide idea.
    If you really care of your body, you can have a try to loss weight. Only if you have enough confidence and persisitance, I believe you will say goodbye to your all problems.

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  • Silverlenses4

    Why do you let the media manipulate you like that? They have carved this 'skinny' is beautiful perception into you, and if that is the reason why you think that you being fat is bad, is not going to bring you far. It's because you want to be healthy that's why you don't want to be fat. Exercise and eat healthy, and you will find yourself a happy MAMA!

    If you really committed suicide because you don't want to be fat, then people would laugh at how foolish you are. Suicide is never a path to thinness. Not as if, if you die you would become skinny and happy. Running away from problems is what a coward would do. You don't want to be a coward do you?

    Stand up and face the problem, clench your fist in determination and solve your problem.

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  • dubsaks

    First off, this is a great forum for sharing my side of the same story.. Im skinny. Very skinny. And I eat like a mofo. At 6'3 22yrs old enlisting to join Uncle Sam's Army, I learned that I needed to gain about 30lbs to dep in.. This was my realization how bad I was. This is why I wont take off my shirt at the beach. For people see the fat guy, like the million other whales in and around the ocean, and think nothing further of it. Without my shirt, I become an awe inspiring spectacle. People cant help but go on about how this or oh my god that. well. im healthy, i eat. ive worked out, and tried your meat and taters or bread and beer diets. i dont know why you can still see my heart beat. I dont know why that after 4months of a 17-20k calorie/day diet, i finally got a waiver to join, still 25lbs underweight.. but I do know how miserable it is to feel so unnatractive and face the obvious ridicule of my fellow mam..

    however comma, whatever your problem, this is my stance on suicide, from the stance of my feelings and dealings..

    If its really bad. If you really believe ending here will bring you a better there.. Go for it.. If not, you should have no trouble finding ways or motivation to keep yourself alive.. Thus ultimately Shut the fuck up and drive on. dont talk about killing yourself, do it. leave no excuse for yourself to fix the problem or end it all

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  • FashionSM

    You should definitely consult a doctor if you're thinking about death or maybe even some councilling sessions. You may have depression and if that's the case, you need to talk to someone.

    You should never give up on yourself, you can do whatever you want in life. If you want to lose weight healthily, then speak to your GP about some healthy eating and exercise plans and do it! Because you can do it!

    Suicide is a perminant solution to a temporary problem, and I know that losing weight is very hard - I've always had issues with my weight and thought about doing drastic things because I was so upset about it, so I know how you're feeling, but the thing is, you have to get really motivated and just say no to food that you don't need. It'll be extremely hard for the first few days or so, but once you've started, you won't want to give up.

    Good luck! Don't give up because if I can do it, then anyone can do it! And do this for yourself! Just imagine how proud you'll be of yourself once you reach your goal weight! :)

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  • If you ever feel suicidal for any reason, you should seek some professional medical help and talk to the people who love you.

    A weight problem is something that can be helped. It is not cancer.
    But, help the depression first because it's a whole lot more difficult to lose weight when your body is getting distress signals from your mind.

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    • I meant a terminal type of cancer - I realize some cancers can be managed.
      I'm sure you got my meaning though, right.

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