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Hello

the term s....de in society amongst the well people is still quite frightening

stigma still plays a large role

i imagine the programme was approved for further reducing stigma around this area in light of released statistics

for those of us who have been directly affected by s....de having a positive ending would seem shallow, misleading

however, who would agree to have the spotlight shining on them during the darkest moments of their life? Who would actually be able to?

Perhaps the audience it intended to reach was the well people who would only be able to watch a positive outcome

there is a message there that there can be hope, there is a chance if we keep on trying, believing that we matter

if the programme resonates with family members or friends and gives them an element of hope for their loved ones then it is worthwhile

if it saves just one life the message has been heard

apologies about double posting message kept telling me to edit

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@MrNZ wrote:

Hello everyone.

I watched the TV show last night and it gave me the push I needed to reach out. I messaged the young lady from Brisbane (Steph) and she was very kind and supportive. Steph put forward this forum. I was shocked to here how many people take their lives. I have been dealing with depressing and anxiety for some time now and the TV show helped show me other people are dealing with issues aswell (its not just me alone). I would of never joined this forum if it wasnt for the show or some small but kind words from a stranger.

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Hello @MrNZ

hello I wanted to let you know how brave you are in posting your response.

as you can see there have been different schools of thought in reaction to the programme

so it is wonderful for fellow sufferers on here to read that it had a positive effect on you

have a wander around the different threads on both sides. There are some incredible stories on here

we all have our own styles of writing. There is no correct way. There is no competition as to who suffers the most so I hope that you feel comfortable and safe

keeo on writing