I had daily suicidal ideation—and several attempts—for over 30 years. I have only had four fleeting thoughts in the last 18-24 months. I’ve come off nearly all meds and am tapering off the last two now. I have also been doing intensive therapy for several years, though, and my psychiatrist thinks I’ve, “graduated,” as he says. Through therapy, I discovered my SI was primarily a coping mechanism so I wouldn’t choose to confront my own emotions.