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Suicide defies our universal instinct for self-preservation. It cuts through the core of our beliefs, leaving a trail of pain, emotional overflow, broken relationships, and frequently, a long list of unanswered questions.

 

What makes this book unique is that the author draws on extensive clinical evidence and personal stories of individuals who attempted suicide, families who lost loved ones, authors, and renowned specialists. It offers a powerful insight into the suicidal mind, comfort, and solace to survivors, practical tips on how to help those who are at risk, and valuable guidance to mental health professionals.

 

Paula Fontenelle was a noted journalist when her father took his own life, and it is from a personal, as well as a professional point of view that she wrote this honest, insightful book. At first, she wanted to understand what had led her father to suicide, but after hearing heart-wrenching testimonials from people touched by self-inflicted death, she embarked on a journey to address the questions that haunt the lives of more than 800,000 people worldwide, every year.

The first edition of this book was a finalist of “Prêmio Jabuti,” the Brazilian national book prize, and has been a leading reference in that country.

Recommended Books

If you want to watch my book reviews, go to my Youtube channel "Understand Suicide:"

VIDEOS (reviews)

1. Books on Suicide and Grief

2. Books on Trauma

Reading about other people's experiences can foster a sense of comfort and understanding. It certainly helped me when I was searching for answers about my father's suicide, so I decided to share a list of insightful books that guided me through my personal journey. Some are autobiographical and others have been written by specialists. Nonetheless, they provide crucial information about the subject.

Full disclosure: All the links below lead to my Amazon affiliate program, so if you buy through these links, I get a small percentage of the purchase at no extra cost to you. The money will be used to maintain all the expenses related to this website, my podcast, and my YouTube channel. All the work I do on these is voluntary, so I appreciate your support. Another way to contribute is by making a donation (the button is on the top right corner of this website).

 

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Memoirs on grief and suicide grief

Understanding Suicide

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My favorite Podcasts

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