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What is the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention? An Interview with Kristen Smith

A suicide prevention specialist discusses her work at an international suicide prevention non-profit

Kristen Smith is the Survivor Initiative Manager for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, an international non-profit “exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy, and to reaching out to people with mental disorders and those … Continue reading

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What is degriefing? An Interview with Lyn Prashant

The degriefing specialist focuses on healing not only the mind but the body during times of loss.

Dr. Lyn Prashant is a certified grief counselor with over 24 years’ experience in the field. Her training in bereavement counseling and her knowledge of somatic health care practices (she is a certified yoga instructor, massage therapist and physical education … Continue reading

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