Sometimes good people make tragic mistakes
Many years ago, I hit and killed an 8-year old boy who darted in front of my car. This site
is intended to provide support to others who are struggling with similar experiences. It is
also my way of giving back to those who helped me.
If you have accidentally killed or injured another person, my
research indicates that psychological healing involves three
challenges:
 | | Managing an emotional maelstrom, which can include post-traumatic stress |
| | disorder
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| | Wrestling with responsibility and if needed changing risky behaviors
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| | Transforming trauma to growth, as a way of honoring those who were harmed |
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You are not alone
Over one million Americans every year accidentally hurt or kill another person in
accidents occurring on the roads, at work, at play, or at home. Unfortunately, few
resources exist to help people cope with this trauma.
One mistake does not define you
We honor those we accidentally killed or injured by becoming better people in their
memory. Although we cannot change what occurred, we can control how we respond. In
this, we find hope, strength, and growth.
Coping with Causing a Serious Accident
Accidental Impacts
