PITESTI, ROMANIA 21-year-old Carmina Popescu has already attempted suicide twice in the past. However, the third time she managed it successfully and hanged herself. She was found at her apartment after not showing up for work. She worked as a waitress in a cafe. Her friends and colleagues said she suffered from severe depression.
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.