Whether you or a loved one has attempted suicide, you have come to the AAS web site looking for support and information. Listed below are pamphlets, links, and other resources to help you maneuver through this difficult time.
Read personal stories of people who have attempted suicide and found hope to continue living [PDF].
Booklets
Three brochures for attempt survivors and their families developed by NAMI and now published by SAMHSA. One brochure is for consumers, one is for providers, and one is for families.
For Consumers [PDF]
For Providers [PDF]
For Families [PDF]
After An Attempt: The Emotional Impact of a Suicide Attempt on Families
A booklet from Feeling Blue SPC for people who have experienced a suicide attempt in their family.
Brochures on Self-Harm
For Teens [PDF]
For Parents [PDF]
Web sites/Organizations
Suicide Anonymous is based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This is a program designed to help people with suicidal preoccupation and behavior.
The Lifeline Gallery offers avatars where people discuss turning points after their attempt or suicidal thoughts.
Information about Attempters
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline issued a white paper on working with attempt survivors.
A bibliography of attempted suicide and suicidal ideation created by Ken Tullis, M.D.
Resources
Best Practices for Presentations by Suicide Loss and Suicide Attempt Survivors [PDF]
