In this chapter of the crown podcast, we are joined by Angela Samata, an Arts professional and the presenter of the #BAFTA award winning BBC1 documentary: ‘Life After Suicide’ watched world-wide by over 5 million viewers. Angela represents the views of those bereaved by suicide and has been Chair and is now Ambassador of the charity: Survivors of the Bereaved by Suicide, a free service that provides support to bereaved adults across the UK.
Angela tragically lost her husband by suicide and has since dedicated her life to Suicide Prevention and Postvention for the bereaved.
Together we have a speak about the sensitive topic of suicide, the importance of awareness, breaking down stigmas, support available for those in a crisis, #mentalhealth and young people and #postvention for the bereaved.
A safe space where you can breathe again.
💡disclaimer: in this chapter we address the very sensitive topic of suicide, and the information shared is not to be used as medical advice, to be used in replacement for any professional support that you may be currently receiving and if you are currently in a place where you are experiencing suicidal thoughts and need urgent support, please visit findahelpline.com to find your local crisis support wherever you are in the world.
// crisis lines for urgent support:
US: 1-800-273-8255 (available 24/7) or text HOME to 741741 (available 24/7)
Canada: 1-833-456-4566 (available 24/7) or text 45645 (4 p.m. – Midnight ET)
UK: 0800 689 5652 (available 6pm to 3:30am) or text SHOUT to 85258 (available 24/7) Samaritans UK