"I wish I had this resource five years ago. Aftermath provides exactly what is needed for family and friends who are grieving a suicide loss. These pearls of affirmation, encouragement and perspective lift the emotional fog and direct grievers towards healing." - Dr. Charles W. Page, MD, author of A Spoonful of Courage for the Sick and Suffering, Podcast Host at www.drpagepodcast.com.
"As the author says in Aftermath, suicide triggers a tsunami that threatens to sweep away everything in its path. The results can be devastating and debilitating. This book is sensitive and compassionate, and yet straightforward and thorough. Gary addresses the incredible tidal wave effect a single suicide death produces on the hearts, minds, souls, bodies, and relationships of family members, friends, and coworkers. Though the subject matter is incredibly heavy, Aftermath is an easy and practical read. Readers will find comfort, hope, and healing in its pages." - Paul Casale, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist
"Gary Roe has penned a masterpiece with his latest book Aftermath. After reading it, I found myself moved to tears. Tears of sorrow over the tragedy of suicide? Yes. But even more so, tears of relief and gratitude that the author has created a masterpiece for healing the hearts of so many devastated people who have been crushed by the suicide of a loved one. In this one edition, Roe answers so many questions that plague those left behind, and in so doing he draws upon his extensive experience with helping others grieve and recover. He combines practical advice and professional expertise along with heartfelt compassion and uncanny intuition to open a door to recovery for so many who are hurting. This book offers hope, healing, purpose, and inspiration. I strongly recommend Aftermath to anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide and to anyone who has ever contemplated suicide. It will change your life forever. Simply put, Aftermath is a must read!" - Doug Vance, PhD, President, Brazos Valley Coalition on Suicide Prevention; President, Doug Vance Juvenile Justice & Corrections Consulting Firm
"Aftermath by Gary Roe is a must have in your library if you are a helper or have been touched by the tragic loss of suicide. The ongoing guilt expressed by survivors is described well on these pages as well as how to navigate this rocky road. Thank you for addressing an area of grief that is filled with guilt and shame." - Carrie Andree Gardner, Licensed Professional Counselor
"Aftermath is a remarkable piece of writing. It thoroughly captures the comprehensive scope of the human experience and its collision with suicide. The author's authenticity is evident and will touch readers in a holistic way. Aftermath will certainly touch many hearts who hunger for hope and healing after a suicide death." - Dr. Craig Borchardt, PhD, President & CEO, Hospice Brazos Valley; Assistant Professor, Texas A&M College of Medicine
"In Aftermath, Gary Roe offers hope, validation, acceptance, and an understanding of the "aftermath" that is the grief journey for someone who's loved one died by suicide. All too frequently, the stigma associated with suicide hinders one's ability to rebuild and recognize what is healthy (even if it is painful) in grief. Through the loving, straightforward, practical, and open style of Aftermath, the stigma is removed, and only hope and love remain." - Glen Lord, CEO, The Grief Toolbox; President, Board of Directors, The Compassionate Friends.
