[Pavegunner72]

This issue always sucks.

The Military does a great job in awareness but in a testosterone-filled force, there is sadly very little that can be done to prevent suicides. Mainly because of the stigma and consequences incurred after coming forward.

Institutionally, the DoD cannot recognize suicides, even in a combat zone. That would create a culture where pre-suicidals would know they would receive some level of glory/vindication after they are dead, arguably leading to a rise in suicides.

[ScubieNuc]

This issue always sucks.

The Military does a great job in awareness but in a testosterone-filled force, there is sadly very little that can be done to prevent suicides. Mainly because of the stigma and consequences incurred after coming forward.

Institutionally, the DoD cannot recognize suicides, even in a combat zone. That would create a culture where pre-suicidals would know they would receive some level of glory/vindication after they are dead, arguably leading to a rise in suicides.

I completely agree with that aspect. I spent 6 years in the Navy and I understand that side of the issue. My issue has to do with someones idea that by committing suicide a person automatically goes to Hell. That belief is not supported by the Bible.