It is NOT the way out. There are always options.
If you ever feel alone, or like it is the only choice for you, please please talk to somebody. A teacher, a parent, a counselor, a friend, a stranger.
Also, please realize that your everyday actions affect the lives of everyone around you. Yelling at that cashier could send him over the edge. Complimenting a stranger's scarf could save her life that night.
Remember that your words have power, both good and bad.
Also remember that you are special. I can guarantee it.
I hate thinking that he died not knowing how special he was.