While there are experiences worse than death, there are instances where shaming leads to suicide. So at least in those instances the person apparently prefers d

While there are experiences worse than death, there are instances where shaming leads to suicide. So at least in those instances the person apparently prefers death to shame. It’s likely that we all experience mental pain differently so the balance between the pain caused by shame and violence may vary by individual and culture. Also, the source of shame in one culture may elicit a “meh” response and in another drive someone to suicide.