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Losing a loved one to suicide
Jan 15, 2024
Raashi Thakran, mental health advocate who lost her 18-year-old brother to suicide, and Charlotte Maya, a lawyer and writer who lost her husband to suicide, share their personal stories and coping mechanisms. They discuss the importance of support, self-care, and reaching out for professional help. The speakers also touch on the gendered component of suicide and the need for open conversations about vulnerability.
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Quick takeaways
- Creating a 24/7 suicide helpline helps break the silence and stigma around suicide, providing support for those in need.
- Open conversations about suicide and ongoing healing are crucial in explaining it to children and supporting those left behind.
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Creating a Suicide Helpline in India
Rashi Tuckran, a mental health advocate, campaigned for and successfully launched India's first 24/7 suicide helpline after her brother died by suicide. She wanted to break the silence and stigma around suicide and provide support for those in need.
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