RÂMNICU VÂLCEA, ROMANIA 56-year-old man got into a heated argument with his girlfriend and, overwhelmed by emotion, attempted to take his own life. He first cut his neck during the altercation, then climbed onto the fourth-floor balcony, threatening to jump. Firefighters arrived and tried to prepare an inflatable rescue mattress, but he fell before it could be deployed. Sadly, he did not survive the fall.
If you’re thinking about suicide, please stop and recognize that your pain is not permanent, but this step would be. It may feel like there’s no other way, but there is hope, even if it’s hard to see right now. Your feelings are temporary, and with help, they can pass.
Talking about what you're going through might feel difficult, but it’s the first step toward healing. Don’t turn away from the people who want to support you. Life can offer more than what you're feeling right now, and the pain doesn't have to last forever. You deserve help, and it’s available.
If you need immediate help, please contact a helpline.
