One of my facebook friends just posted a lengthy description of a fictional character she named Michelle. The post explained how Michelle was depressed, felt unloved and wasn't sure if life was really worth living. I read it and messaged the author to be sure she was okay and that the post wasn't a cry for help. I was concerned Michelle was a metaphor for herself. The author's reply explained that she had just felt a little overwhelmed and thought that writing that out would help her feel better, but that she was okay. I'm still a little unsettled about the whole event.

People need to be a little more careful about what they post! Suicide and Depression aren't something to joke about. They're serious matters and have long lasting consequences.