Suicide is still a taboo issue in Iraqi society. Many in Iraq still feel shame in admitting that they have lost a loved one to suicide, or that they have experienced difficulties in their own mental health, for fear of societal stigmatization. With a lack of understanding about mental illness, it can be even more difficult for professionals to treat mental health issues properly; the cultural norms that stigmatize suicide create obstacles that discourage, or even prevent, many vulnerable people from reaching out for help.

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Intervention Journal of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Conflict Affected Areas

Azhee : Turning Personal Grief into Collective Action Against Suicide | Psychotraumanet

Azhee: Turning personal grief into collective action against suicide