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Social stigma and suicide

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Suicides among expatriates due to financial liabilities are becoming common. No one can explain what exactly prompts these unfortunate souls to take such extreme steps. But surely, confiding in dear and near ones would prevent such drastic acts to some extent?

Published: Sun 20 Jul 2014, 10:51 PM

Updated: Sat 4 Apr 2015, 3:58 AM

Does the mad rush for survival prevent people from nurturing meaningful friendships that can be relied upon under all circumstances? Most of the time it looks like people feel burdened worrying about their standing in society and what others would say or think about them rather than concentrating on how to come out of a tough situation and rebuild their lives.

The moment you stop caring about the tongues that wag, life becomes much easier. But then it is easier said than done!

Dr. Priya Sajith, Dubai



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