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When recovery includes secrets from loved ones

My depression is managed now but I still haven't told my kids about my suicide attempt five years ago and I don't know if I ever should.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Protecting family members from painful truths can create ongoing tension between authenticity and care.

Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Survivor identity?”

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