Is a guy depresed if he says he thinks hes going to die before hes 50 and hes 45 now?

Question

he seemed serious...

Answer 1

Immortality in human form is not our goal, as who wants to live without other humans or in a changed universe that is not suitable for human life?  Knowing we don't want immortality we question, when will I die.  Youth leads to the half way point in a lifespan around the age you are referring to.  Seeing our demise is on the skidding downhill side we ask soon as when were 50 or later when we are 90.  At 45, ninety is okay but 50 wow partner lets slow it down.  Best to live life to its fullest each day and the fear of what lies ahead won't bother us.

Answer 2

Unfortunately, people come from all walks of life and just as they do, so do we. So determining someone's status with a statement, albeit seemingly morbid to us at first can mean something entirely different to us.

However, my father confided into me a year or so ago how he felt he wouldn't live past another five or ten years. He's 54 now and believes he'll be gone by at most 64. He's not depressed by this and says he's enjoyed his life and doesn't mind too much. While he wishes he could live longer, It just doesn't seem to be the plan his body has in store for him and thus there isn't much he can do.

Again though, He's not depressed.. but simply accepting or has accepted the fact and is reiterating his views.

Humans work in mysterious ways.

So as for the man you're referring to. Possible, but then again.. perhaps he's already come to terms with it much like my father did and is just stating a fact of his beliefs.

Answer 3

That depends...Is he being hunted, is he sick...was he smiling?

Answer 4

Think youre going to live to 100, then mayby at 95 youre allowed to be depressed

Answer 5

He actually may not be depressed, he may feel that he's fulfilled his life's purpose. Some people have a knowing about things like this, and while it is very sad, it is somewhat comforting to know that we all have a plan and when our time comes, it's our time. Maybe if it is something that is really bothering him or you, you should seek professional help.

Answer 6

In all probability he is. And in all probability he is saying it just to get sympathy from you or anybody else who hears him.

My simple response would be to answer back with great enthusiasm, "Oh ! Can I come to your funeral?"

If he is depressed, he should discuss the matter with his doctor and follow the doctor's advice. You? Just keep out of it. Save your own energy for where you need it, for yourself.

Answer 7

Suggest he get counseling, see a doctor and go to the emergency ward.  If he seems extremely depressed, call social services of the psychiatric ward of the local hospital.  CMHA may help.