There are no words that can accurately describe the impact that a tragedy such as a school shooting can have on a community and in turn the world. It is hauntingly terrifying and traumatic for those involved as well as their family members.
One person took to Reddit to find out first hand what it was like for those who have survived such tragedies, by asking, "People who have survived school shootings, what was it like?"
The post received a plethora of responses from people who shared their own horrific and heartbreaking stories, some of which have been collected below.
Please be aware that these stories contain shocking details that may be upsetting to some.