Resources for Survivors of Suicide Loss and Suicide Attempts

A Journey Toward Health and Hope

This booklet is a guide to help you take the first steps toward recovery after your suicide attempt. The tools and stories it contains come from the experiences of others, some named, some anonymous, who have survived a suicide attempt. It is our hope that their experiences can help you keep yourself safe, develop hope, and, most importantly, remind you that you are not alone.

Download the handbook from SAMHSA at this link or by clicking the image

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A Handbook for Coping with Suicide Grief

A Handbook for Coping with Suicide Grief is a booklet for people who have lost a loved one to suicide. Written by fellow suicide loss survivor Jeffrey Jackson, the booklet is an easy read that offers insight and essential information covering common experiences by those impacted by suicide loss – from the emotional roller-coaster, to the elusive quest for “Why?” to how to supportive resources, and impactful topics related to one’s suicide grief and loss.

Download the handbook from the American Association of Suicidology  at this link or by clicking the image.

You can also listen to a podcast discussion with the author in the video player below.

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Additional Resources

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

AFSP National Website
AFSP Tennessee Chapter
AFSP Healing Conversations Program

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education

Grief Support Packet (PDF)

Suicide Prevention Resource Center

Resources for Survivors of Suicide Loss
Online Library

T.A.P.S. (Supporting Veterans and Military Families)

Suicide Loss Survivor Assistance