Sue Klebold is the mother of Dylan Klebold, one of the two shooters who committed the Columbine High School massacre, murdering 12 students and a teacher. She's spent years excavating every detail of her family life, trying to understand what she could have done to prevent her son's violence. In this difficult, jarring talk, Klebold explores the intersection between mental health and violence, advocating for parents and professionals to continue to examine the link between suicidal and homicidal thinking.

Sue Klebold: My son was a Columbine shooter. This is my story

My son was a Columbine shooter. This is my story

Navigating grief and confusion, a mother grapples with her son's legacy as a Columbine shooter, fueling a crusade for mental health.

Exploring the blurred lines between suicidal thoughts and homicidal actions, she delves into the complex psyche of her son.

In the aftermath of tragedy, the struggles with personal guilt and societal blame push for a deeper conversation on mental health.

A Mother's Reckoning: Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy

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