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Of those 21 a week we have no idea which were denied on bias or short staffing and which were legitimately unfit. It's still a tragedy. By killing themselves they create a self fulfilling prophecy in which they show selfish, unstable, destructive behavior waiting for the right set of triggers. They need support, council, and maybe medication. If they seek those however they then fall victim to societies prejudice against those who seek mental help. Catch 22. The only option is to keep fighting. If you love your kids don't give up no matter the cost. If you kill yourself you'll never see them at all, and they will grow up without you completely, thinking you abandoned them because things were tough. Get help, worry about stigma when you have your strength back and can fight. Always fight, never give up. Suicide is not an option. Life isn't fair, so fight for what you want out of it. You may not have the life you want but you'll have the one you made. Show them you care by being there.