Posted by Destroyo on November 12, 2003, at 16:41:11
In reply to Re: Los Benzos in Mexico and Andrew Solomon, posted by mair on November 12, 2003, at 16:19:21
Well, Mair, I wouldn't want you offing yourself, either. Needless to say, impulsive suicide is often an undiluted tradgedy, especially among the young >25 or so. You may not be able to relate to it, but well ruminated suicides do occur, it's symtomatic of the human condition. Solomon and I are old enough so that impulsive suicide is unlikely. That impulsive suicide occurs less frequently among people who are well into adulthood is speculation on my part, but I suspect it's true. Anyway, pay no heed to my blathering, get Solomon's book, he's far more articulate in explaining that particular perspective on suicide than I could ever be. It's not only an informative book, it's highly readable and entertaining. While I'm at it, I also recommend A General Theory of Love, by Thomas Lewis, et al. It's also a masterpiece. See www.theoryoflove.com
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