Giving Voice to Mental Health
Giving Voice to Mental Health shares real stories from individuals at different stages of their mental health journeys, providing inspiration, understanding, and support. It's a space where personal experiences with mental health challenges are voiced to highlight the ups and downs of healing, benefiting individuals, families, and communities.
Giving Voice to Mental Health
Lisa's Suicide Loss Survivor Story
Welcome to the Giving Voice to Mental Health Podcast by recovery.com. This episode features an important discussion with Lisa Sugarman on the impact of suicide, particularly on loss survivors. Host Terry McGuire and Lisa Sugarman tackle the complexities of grief, the unique challenges faced by suicide loss survivors, and the critical support systems available. They also discuss the importance of recognizing and accessing resources like the 988 Crisis Lifeline. Sugarman shares her personal experiences with suicide loss, emphasizing that those affected are not alone and that help is always available. Tune in for a powerful episode that aims to provide hope, support, and understanding to those navigating the painful journey of suicide loss.
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Crisis Resources
National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988; 988lifeline.org
The Trevor Project: Toll-free hotline (1-866-488-7386); TheTrevorProject.org
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): afsp.org
Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors: allianceofhope.org
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast
00:34 Addressing Suicide Rates and Loss Survivors
01:03 Understanding the Impact of Suicide
04:06 Support Systems and Resources
06:29 Lisa's Personal Story of Loss
12:51 Navigating Grief and Support
20:30 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
29:21 Conclusion and Resources