Includes bibliographical references (p. [275]-291) and index.

Foreword / by Kay Redfield Jamison -- Introduction: making sense of suicide -- What happened? The aftermath of suicide -- The devastation of suicide -- Searching for reasons -- What can I do? Practical suggestions for healing -- Protecting your health -- Keeping your family together -- Telling your children -- Coping with specific circumstances -- Reaching out for support -- Getting help from mental health professionals -- How can I go on? Finding meaning after suicide -- Suicide, religion, and spirituality -- Life-preserving insights into suicide and attempted suicide -- Erasing the stigma of suicide -- Conclusion: breaking the silence, easing the pain.