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Scenario

When grief pain becomes confused with death wishes

I told my therapist I was suicidal after my mom died but I am not sure I actually want to die or just want the pain to stop

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The intensity of emotional suffering can blur the distinction between wanting relief and wanting to cease existing.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Grief and mental health — when grief becomes depression?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.