Why did my sister do it?

Dear June

MY sister lived in America but we remained close and would take turns to visit.

The last time I spoke to her she offered to buy my air ticket.

A week later, I received a call from her husband saying she had taken her own life.

This has always bothered me as I don’t understand why? Jessie, Glasgow.

The grief experienced after the loss of a loved one through suicide is very different to that of a loved one who passed through illness, age or accident.

The tragic loss of a close friend or family member by suicide brings with it a lack of closure that will ease through time, but will never totally go away.

Those left behind will find themselves constantly asking why and at times they may experience feelings of guilt at not being contacted beforehand or approached and asked for help.

There are many different reasons behind a suicide.

I get the impression your sister was quite an emotional individual and she had suffered a number of challenges that she was not in control of over the last few years.

It was not her intention to cause emotional pain to those left behind and she will now be able to see and also accept responsibility for the devastation caused by her actions.

You will one day be reunited with all of your loved ones who have passed over.

This includes your sister, who is now safe within their care.

June Says