Adam
Didn't get to celebrate his 19th birthday
My son Adam didn't get to celebrate his 19th birthday. Adam took his own life when he was just 18 years old. It was a huge shock to all of us when we lost Adam to suicide. We miss him so much. He was a very important, much loved part of our family unit.
Our Adam brought so much love and kindness into everyone's life - he was kind, gentle and caring, with an incredibly sharp and unique mind.
I really hope that this campaign will help to end the youth suicide crisis. I didn't know with Adam what to do, who to turn to. I believe if we all are better equipped with tools and resources to be able to be there for a young person who might be struggling, then we can help more people, and save more lives.
Unless we talk about it, we miss a crucial chance to discuss other options. I have learnt this the hardest way possible by losing my amazing son Adam to suicide, and I am determined to help reduce suicide rates.
