Doubting or questioning a survivor's story can be devastating.
Many survivors are afraid to believe their own memories.
They have difficulty admitting the truth to themselves, and even more difficulty sharing that truth with someone else. It is extremely important that you respect your friend's confidentiality. However, if your friend is suicidal but refuses to get professional help, you must break their confidentiality and seek help from an appropriate agency. If your friend is a Messiah student, contact your RD or Counseling Services immediately. Allow her to express her feelings, whatever they are.