What happens to those who choose to take their own life; do they go to purgatory?

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What happens to those who choose to take their own life, do they go to Purgatory? Forever? Will prayer help them?
 
The following links should explain the Church’s understanding of the salvation of those who commit suicide. If you have any further questions or concerns that are not answered by these links, please contact Catholic Answers directly.
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Concerning Purgatory.
Recommended reading:
Purgatory
The Roots of Purgatory
Primer on Indulgences
Myths about Indulgences
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About praying for those in Purgatory.
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%between% Why do we pray for souls in purgatory?
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