Alison Wertheimer (2001) A special scar: The experiences of people bereaved by suicide
Maggie Helen (2002) Coping with Suicide
Sheila Clark (1995) After suicide: Help for the bereaved
Ann Davies (2006) Shades of Suicide
Diana Crossley and Julie Stokes (2001) Beyond the rough rock- Supporting a child who has been bereaved through suicide
Linda Hurcombe (2004) Losing a child: Explorations in grief
Tim Lott (1997) The scent of dried roses

Alison Wertheimer (2001) A special scar: The experiences of people bereaved by suicide

A special scar: The experiences of people bereaved by suicide 2nd edition London, Routledge.

Notes: The author lost her own sister by suicide. She describes personal experiences and offers practical suggestions for those trying to cope. The second edition includes a chapter on counselling, which would be useful for counsellors and therapists who work in different ways. 



Maggie Helen (2002) Coping with Suicide

Coping with Suicide  London, Sheldon Press

Note: This book offers insights into the feelings and experiences of  people bereaved by suicide, and gives guidance about finding help.



Sheila Clark (1995) After suicide: Help for the bereaved

After suicide: Help for the bereaved. Melbourne: Hill of Content

Note:  This book is about understanding grief and how to cope.



Ann Davies (2006) Shades of Suicide

Shades of Suicide  Nottingham: March Hare

Note: The author writes about her own experiences of bereavement due to suicide.



Diana Crossley and Julie Stokes (2001) Beyond the rough rock- Supporting a child who has been bereaved through suicide

Beyond the rough rock- Supporting a child who has been bereaved through suicide  Gloucester: Winston’s Wish.

Note: Advice and help for parents and carers



Linda Hurcombe (2004) Losing a child: Explorations in grief

Losing a child: Explorations in grief  London: Sheldon Press

Note: The author, whose daughter died by suicide, offers support, information and practical advice for the bereaved and for the family and professionals helping them to cope.



Tim Lott (1997) The scent of dried roses

The scent of dried roses London: Penguin Books Ltd

The author explores the reasons behind his mother’s suicide and his own suicidal depression.

 

 



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