How to Support a Survivor of Suicide Loss
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(Source: AFFSP)
People who have lost a family member, friend, classmate, or colleague to suicide often benefit from sharing their experiences with others who have lived through similar losses and/or from seeking the help of a mental health professional.
Below are resources to help you heal by connecting you with those who understand the challenges of finding your way in the aftermath of a suicide:
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Support Groups for Suicide Loss Survivors
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Advice on How To Find a Therapist
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Peer Visits with a Trained Suicide Loss Survivor: upon request, AFSP’s Survivor Outreach Program provides peer support to the recently bereaved
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AFSP’s International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day: attend one of hundreds of local healing events in cities around the world
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Join our Survivor eNetwork: add your email address to our mailing list so we can keep you updated on programs and events of interest to the suicide loss survivor community