Aftershock: Help, Hope and Healing in the Wake of Suicide

by David W. Cox, Candy Neely Arrington

Every seventeen minutes, someone, somewhere, chooses death by self-murder. In the wake of this horrific decision, other people are left to cope with the ripples caused. This book will provide knowledge and resources for those left in the wake of suicide.

Aftershock is a recovery book that will provide encouragement and support for survivors. Examining the complex emotions involved in grieving a suicide death, readers will come to realize they are not alone in their grief and will not be alone in their healing.

144 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2003

Reviews

[Cody Sanders · Rating 1 out of 5]

Badly written and narrow in its focus, I found his section on sexual orientation to be offensive and draconian. I couldn't finish the book.

I recomment "night falls fast: Understanding Suicide" or "my son my son."

[Victoria Myers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some of the most impactful books on suicide loss have come from those who’ve lived it, and this one is no exception. David Cox lost his father to suicide when he was young, and that experience shapes the heart of this book. One section that stood out to me was The Freedom of Forgiveness—it helped me recognize how much bitterness I was still carrying. His words brought clarity and conviction, reminding me that true healing can't happen while resentment is left to grow. I actually reference this in my book section on forgiveness.

[Th · Rating 3 out of 5]

Useful resource, especially for religious person/family dealing with suicide.

[Mandy Huot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Book! Although I do not have a direct connection with suicide survivors, I picked this book up because it sounded like something I would "enjoy" reading...and I was right!

I have a friend from my church whose son recently committed suicide, and I will definitely recommend this book to her.

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this short book in one night. Author's compares suicide with an earthquake through out the book and I agree. Account of Drew's nearly successful suicide when he was a junior in HS - in his words - was most helpful to me. A lot to think about.

[Tori · Rating 2 out of 5]

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[Melva · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful for those grieving a suicidal death.