Bonus Episode: Silent Suffering: We Need to Talk About Suicide Among Men

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains depictions of death and suicide. We understand that some may find these activating and/or disturbing. Please check the show notes for more detailed descriptions and additional resources. If you or someone you love is struggling with thoughts of suicide please call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988.

Episode Description: Did you know that today in the United States, we will lose 132 people to suicide? Out of these, 105 will be men. Our men are in crisis, suffering in silence. In this deeply moving episode of the Mending Piece By Piece podcast, host, Linda Falasco, a mental health therapist specializing in loss, grief, and trauma, confronts this urgent issue head-on.

We reflect on the tragic suicide of professional golfer Grayson Murray, who seemed to have it all but struggled with unseen mental health battles. Despite his success, Grayson's death underscores that mental illness does not discriminate.

Join me as we explore:

Startling statistics on suicide among men (02:24)
Risk factors of suicide (03:39)
Warning signs of suicide (06:09)
The unique pressures faced by athletes (07:50)
Stigma and negative mindset around men and emotions (08:49)
Resources for men and the women supporting them (13:26)
Practical steps to support those in crisis (14:33)

Through open conversations, understanding, and compassion, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health and save lives. This episode is a call to action for everyone to recognize and address the silent suffering in our midst.

If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out. Help is available:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 or 988
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

Tune in for a heartfelt discussion on how we can all contribute to Mending Piece By Piece

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Mending Piece By Piece After A Suicide Loss: Guided Grief Workbook & Journal to Heal the Survivor's Heart

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Mending Piece By Piece: A Workbook & Journal for Navigating Grief with Hope

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