Why Do People Consider Ending Their Own Lives?
This article discusses suicide from an educational and mental health perspective. Some readers or viewers may find the topic emotionally heavy. If you are struggling or know someone who is, please consider reaching out for support. You don’t have to face it alone. If you are in Malaysia and need immediate support, you may contact Talian HEAL (15555), Befrienders , or local emergency services . Across cultures and belief systems, ending one’s own life has long been viewed as a serious and troubling act. In many religions, it is considered a major moral wrongdoing. Historically, societies responded to such acts with punishment, shame, or exclusion rather than understanding. In the 19th century, French psychiatrists such as Esquirol and Pinel introduced a different perspective. They viewed suicidal behaviour not as moral failure, but as a symptom of psychological distress or mental illness . This shift marked the beginning of a more compassionate, medical understanding of the issue. S...
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