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Surviving Two Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wounds: A Story of Regret and Resilience

Amanda Thome, a Pennsylvania mother, miraculously survived two self-inflicted gunshot wounds to the face after struggling with severe mental health problems. Following a series of personal challenges, including a failing marriage and the loss of her grandmother, Thome turned to alcohol and substance abuse. On September 6, 2022, she shot herself twice in the face but remained conscious. She was found by the police and rushed to the hospital, where she underwent multiple surgeries to reconstruct her face. Thome's journey of recovery has inspired her to share her story on TikTok and become a motivational speaker, advocating for mental health awareness and suicide prevention.