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Nov 2023
1h 2m

Suicide Witness Survivor

Devorah Roloff
About this episode
Guest Briar, describes what it is like being a suicide witness survivor. Losing a loved one, particularly a boyfriend, who takes their own life is an incredibly traumatic and distressing experience that can leave a lasting impact on the person who witnessed it. Witnessing this tragic event may cause one to go through a range of emotions and reactions, each o ... Show More
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