From Hiding to Healing and Being a Beacon of Hope: Terri's story

Max points: 5 Type: Mental Disorder Explainer

This story shares a survivor's journey of healing after a personal suicide attempt and the loss of a nephew to suicide. It highlights the importance of open conversations, support, and community care, offering hope and guidance for those coping with grief and mental health struggles.

Channel: Vermont Department of Health Duration: 0:07:03

Questions

1. What phone number is mentioned as a mental health resource in Vermont?

411 211 988 911

2. Which organization does Terry volunteer for?

National Alliance on Mental Illness Mental Health America American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Crisis Text Line

3. What did Terry say helped her the most in her healing journey?

Her therapist Books on grief Support from neighbors Friends at work

4. What does Terry describe as 'post-traumatic growth'?

Forgetting the trauma completely Avoiding conversations about trauma Taking lived experience and using it to do good and help others Relying only on medication for recovery

5. What activity does Terry Lavely describe as self-soothing?

Gardening Listening to music Cooking Vacuuming

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