It’s common for people to feel like they didn’t do enough to prevent a tragedy, such as an unforeseen death that occurred to a loved one. Often called survivor’s guilt, the feelings of self-blame and regret can accompany a variety of traumas to others, such as health issues, financial losses, and suicide. Survivors of the concentration camps used by the German Nazis to exterminate Jews prior to, and during WWII, have often reported feeling guilty about living.