After experiencing a recent suicide of a close family friend I was shocked at how little help there is out there for the survivors left behind to heal and recover. For some reason there is more grief support if you lost your pet than if you lost a human, go figure. Suicide is a sad situation in which we may never understand. I think it is important to not pass judgement. We have no idea what those last moments of the living were. And remember, those who made this choice did have people who loved them. It is not bad people who do this. Suicide strikes all income and status levels. For those who may be struggling with a sudden loss of a loved one from suicide I have found some information that may help you. Please do not be to proud to seek help in recovery, such as, grief counseling, grief support groups, and churches. The worst thing you can do is NOT talk about it or how you feel. Grieving is a process for for everyone it is different. It may not strike you at first but it will eventually be something you will need to accept, process, and recover from.

Here are some informative items and booklets I have found: