Postvention refers to activites that reduce risk and promote healing after a suicide death. Although postvention is implemented after a suicide, it is essential that preparation occurs for postvention BEFORE a suicide - for example, having plans, protocols and policies in place.
Research shows that family members of individuals who die by suicide - including parents, children and siblings - are at increased risk of suicide. They are often referred to as "survivors" but should be referred to as suicided loss survivors and individuals bereaved by suicide. These are better terms for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
Attempt survivors have become an increasingly important voice of hope and resilience in the suicide prevention community.