"Silent Grief" is a book for and about "suicide survivors" - those who have been left behind by the suicide of a friend or loved one. Author Christopher Lukas is a suicide survivor himself - several members of his family have taken their own lives - and the book draws on his own experiences, as well as those of numerous other suicide survivors. These personal testimonies are combined with the professional expertise of Henry M. Seiden, a psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist. The authors present information on common experiences of bereavement, grief reactions and various ways of coping. Their message is that it is important to share one's experience of "survival" with others and they encourage survivors to overcome the perceived stigma or shame associated with suicide and to seek support from self-help groups, psychotherapy, family therapy, Internet support forums or simply a friend or family member who will listen. "Silent Grief" gives valuable insights into living in the wake of suicide and provides useful strategies and support for those affected by a suicide, as well as professionals in the field of psychology, social work, and medicine.
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Reflection ten years after writing the book
Except that discussion is a little, but only a little, easier, not much has changed for the survivor of suicide. Over these ten years since the first edition we continue to get phonecalls and notes thanking us for the opportunity the book provides for thinking about and thinking through things the survivor thought he or she was entirely alone with. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Except that discussion is a little, but only a little, easier, not much has changed for the survivor of suicide. Over these ten years since the first edition we continue to get phonecalls and notes thanking us for the opportunity the book provides for thinking about and thinking through things the survivor thought he or she was entirely alone with. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Christopher Lukas is a 45-year veteran of the public television world in the US, a writer and television producer whose documentaries include films on end-of-life care, psychology, and the arts. Henry M. Seiden is a psychologist and psychoanalytic psychotherapist, living and practicing in New York. He has taught and supervised in a number of graduate schools, clinics, hospitals, and training institutes in New York City.
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the best book I've ever read on suicide, and only one I came across that seemed to know what they were talking about - other books can be very academic and theoretical. Lots of personal stories, and clear and compasionate explanations about different stages of this very different grief; great at understanding and breaking the isolation.
I read it first about 10 years ago, and it was a huge help, and I bought many copies for friends and people I came across who were also devistated by their own bereavement through suicide. I've re-read it many times since....
I read it first about 10 years ago, and it was a huge help, and I bought many copies for friends and people I came across who were also devistated by their own bereavement through suicide. I've re-read it many times since....
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In December my 43 yr. old Mother comitted suicide. Words cannot describe the shock, guilt and loss one feels. I certainly know that I have never felt anything that painful. I don't have any siblings so it fell on me to make all of the arrangements and to try to somehow sort this out. This book explained everything I was feeling was 'okay' and 'normal' from the sleep loss to the nightmares to the guilt I feel every single day. It continuously helps me feel not so alone. The hardest part is that due to the nature of my Mom's death I am very hesitant to talk about it which does, in my opinion, limit the greiving process. I looked for books about this topic at my local bookstores and couldn't find much, KUDOS to Amazon.com for having such a wide selection and to the author for providing insight and comfort in my time of need. I recommend this book as a must read for survivor's of suicide.
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As you are reading this book I would assume you have been affected by suicide which makes this book hard reading as it hits all the chords and reminds one of the situation you are in. However, it is reassuring to know that what I am feeling and how I am coping with things is normal. It also allows me to give myself a break and say "ok so it's alright to cry" or "it's ok to get angry" Following other peoples true stories helps me to understand some of the whys which I could never answer on my own. The book is worth the money but be prepared to be emotional through it.
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