Rachel is studying suicide. She is surprised to learn that historically, people avoided talking about suicide because of the ____.
A) shame and stigma involved in taking one's life
B) pain of losing a loved one
C) lack of available statistics to make a discussion meaningful
D) aura of honor bestowed on people who take their own lives

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Historically, suicide has been a taboo subject, often avoided in discussions due to the shame and stigma associated with taking one's own life. This stigma can stem from religious, cultural, or societal beliefs that view suicide as a moral failing or a sign of weakness.

Rachel Is Studying Suicide