Grief after suicide is complex and deeply personal.
In this collection, individuals share their stories of losing loved ones to suicide. We hope they may offer connection, comfort, and understanding to others navigating similar losses.
Kaylen’s Mom’s Story
Kaylen’s mom tells us the story of how she got through losing Kaylen, her only son, to suicide. She shares how she felt in the initial months after his death, and what helped her as she moved through her grief.
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Dustine’s Story
Dustine shares the story of her daughter Avery, a brilliant, headstrong young woman. Through vivid memories of literature, travel, and activism, Dustine paints a portrait of Avery’s vibrant spirit, and how her grief journey has been shaped by who Avery was.
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Nooria’s Story
Nooria’s story of losing her husband Roohullah to suicide is interwoven with cultural expectations, isolation, and the strength of familial support. Through her grief, Nooria found healing in education, community, and the enduring love of her son.
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Mary’s Story
Mary remembers her life with Philip, her charismatic and loving husband. Their relationship was filled with balance and mutual support. Mary’s story explores the complex grief of losing Philip to suicide, and shows us how accessing a support group, like our 8-week group, can be helpful when healing from a suicide loss.
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If you or someone you know is grieving a suicide loss, you are not alone. Visit our Suicide Grief Support page or call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) for 24/7 support.
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If you would like to learn more about grief and how we can support people through it, consider taking our new training, Understanding & Responding to Grief.
