Brendan Cutuli
Brendan Cutuli
How Suicide Affected the Anderson Family
How Suicide Affected the Anderson Family
How Suicide Affected the Anderson Family
Tuesday 18th June 2019
Hear Kristi Horner's heartfelt story of her family's experience with suicide and the need for better mental health support on 'Mental Insights'.
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Get the buttons here!Kristi Horner: A Sister's Heartfelt Story of Suicide and Support
No one wants to end their life. And so he did not feel he could take any more and ultimately lost his battle by ending his life on May 30th.
When Kristi Horner got that dreaded call from her younger brother, she knew her world was about to change. Her brother was battling clinical depression and had reached a breaking point. In this gripping episode of 'Mental Insights', Kristi opens up about her family's journey through the dark and often misunderstood world of mental health struggles.
Drawing on her experience as a Stephen Minister, Kristi didn't shy away from asking the tough questions and providing the much-needed support her brother desperately sought. Together, they crafted a care plan involving therapy and counseling, aiming to navigate the treacherous waters of clinical depression. Despite their best efforts, Kristi's brother ultimately lost his battle with the illness. Through her poignant story, Kristi sheds light on the crucial difference between everyday depressed thoughts and the more severe clinical depression.
She passionately advocates for better mental health resources and support systems to help those in similar situations. This episode isn't just a story; it's a call to action for more understanding, empathy, and resources in the fight against mental health issues. If you've ever wondered how to support someone struggling with depression or if you're seeking solace in shared experiences, Kristi's heartfelt narrative will resonate deeply.