Resources for Survivors of Suicide Loss
We are sorry about the death of your friend or family member. The shock and pain experienced by friends and family following the suicide of a loved one can seem almost unbearable. It is important for you to know that you are not alone. The following resources allow everyone to learn more or get help.
Nationally, suicide is the second leading cause of death for young adults aged 24-34. Nearly 50,000 individuals in the United States take their own lives each year (confirmed suicide deaths). Cumulatively, this amounts to hundreds of thousands of individuals who have experienced firsthand what you are going through right now.
When an individual takes their own life, the people they leave behind are often referred to as survivors of suicide loss. Survivors may be family members, friends, co-workers, neighbors, clinicians, first responders, community members, or anyone impacted by a suicide death. Each individual situation is different.
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Nami NH
NAMI NH is a great source of resources for survivors of suicide loss. The resources on this website can be helpful for survivors immediately after your bereavement and in the weeks and months that follow your bereavement.
NAMI NH Support groups
These support groups are for adults who have lost a loved one to suicide. All groups are peer-facilitated, and all groups are comprised of fellow survivors who can offer great comfort through conversation and discussion of issues unique to bereavement due to suicide.
If you are unable to get in touch with a group, please get in touch with Amy Oliva at AOliva@naminh.org
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is one of the leading suicide prevention organizations in our nation. Here is a terrific guide for survivors of suicide loss: Surviving a Suicide Loss: A Resource and Healing Guide.
To learn more about the services and support offered by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, visit https://afsp.org/.
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