General's Remarks About Suicide "Upsetting"

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ringil said:
security.blogs.cnn.com/2012/05/25/generals-remarks-about-suicide-upsetting/?hpt=hp_t2

The general’s comments were unfortunate and serve to maintain the stigma held towards mental illness in general, and within the millitary, in particular.
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I agree they were unfortunate remarks and, as pointed out, may have already had repercussions for those who suffer from PTSD seeking the care they need. Mental illness is still a taboo and frightening topic for many although some social progress has been made.
 
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