Public perception of suicide is highly skewed, particularly because many journalists refuse to report cases to deter imitators, unless it cannot be avoided. Wh

Public perception of suicide is highly skewed, particularly because many journalists refuse to report cases to deter imitators, unless it cannot be avoided. While I understand the noble reasons behind it, I do raise an eyebrow considering the fact it can be convenient for a malfunctioning society to sweep it failings under the rug that way. On the other hand, I do feel slightly patronized, as if I weren't able to handle the "truth"...