A Survivor Says We Need To Talk About Suicide: ‘If We Don’t Talk About It, We Can’t Help To Prevent It From Happening’

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By Victoria Uwumarogie ·Updated September 19, 2023

In the year 2016, mother and domestic abuse survivor Maggie Henry attempted suicide twice. Not only were the efforts a complete shock to her loved ones, but they were also a shock to Henry, herself. She had never experienced suicidal ideations prior to finding herself in such a dark place.

“It was surprising that I didn’t have any thoughts of suicide before my

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