Many cultures have come a long way in their comfort levels discussing previously difficult subjects - gender, sexuality, race, domestic violence, addiction - all are discussed more openly today. Suicide seems to still be taboo. So I think you've brought up an interesting point ToeJam.

My cousin committed suicide in his early 40's. He was currently under mental health care, taking his medications as directed, married, employed, owned a home, not addicted ... but he had not been psychologically well or happy for years. Of course I was sad to lose him but I understood. He had done all he knew to do. I trust he has found peace. That said, I don't bring this up unless I know someone very well and trust their level of open-mindedness. So, in that regard, I am no different than society in general.

(((ToeJam))) Thanks for allowing me to say this.