Why Am I Talking?
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Why Am I Talking?

When someone is grieving, they often turn to friends and family to talk about their loss. Maybe someone important in their life died, or maybe a relationship ended. They have a lot of feelings and want to express them to a supportive friend.

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Is a Grief Support Group Right for you?
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Is a Grief Support Group Right for you?

Grief support groups are one way to find support after the death of an important person in your life. Some schools and universities offer them right on campus. There are others that are offered in communities and still others that you can find online.  And while they aren't for everyone, and none are perfect, there are some real benefits to grief support groups.

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How Can RA's play a role in Grief Support?
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How Can RA's play a role in Grief Support?

Bad things are going to happen when you go to college. Someone will get sick. Parents may announce their separation. Your boyfriend may break up with you. Your father may die. We don't typically plan for these things, but life continues to happen when we are at college.

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September is Suicide Awareness Month
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September is Suicide Awareness Month

I have spoken to so many people that have said they are scared to ask someone if they are considering suicide. Typically, they give two reasons for this fear. First, they don't want to put an idea in someone's head that may not already be there. And second, they don't know what to do if they get an affirmative response.

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