The article discusses the contrasting reactions to two recent acts of suicide: a 16-year-old girl's tragic death by stepping in front of a train in Palo Alto, and a 25-year-old man named Aaron Bushnell's self-immolation in front of the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C., as a protest against Israel's actions in Gaza.

Mariano Janin, the father of Mia Janin, a 14-year-old JFS student who tragically died by suicide, urges the Jewish community to reflect on her death and take action to prevent similar incidents.

In this personal account, the author reflects on her loss of her son to suicide and how humor has played a significant role in her life.

The article discusses the suicide of Herschel Siegel, a beloved graduate of Yeshiva University.

In a letter to the editor, David Schoen criticizes an article that discusses Herschel Siegel's suicide.

This article discusses a letter written by Jennifer Marks, a member of the Atlanta Orthodox community and a friend of the Siegel family.

In this shiur (lecture) on the topic of taking one's life in halacha (Jewish law), various perspectives are discussed.

The podcast discusses Joe Biden's choice to promote the "Inflation Reduction Act" on the same day as a concerning inflation report, featuring James Taylor singing a song that touches on drug abuse and suicide.

In this episode, the discussion revolves around the classification of suicide according to Jewish law, questioning its permissibility in certain circumstances such as that of Adam Cherniakow, the head of the Warsaw Judenradt.

In the book "One Friday in April," Donald Antrim recounts his experience with attempted suicide, hospitalization, and recovery.

Rabbi David-Seth Kirshner has made it his mission to destigmatize mental wellness and suicide in the Jewish community after experiencing the suicide of his brother.

This personal essay reflects on the author's experience with her father's disappearance and subsequent death, as well as their shared connection to baseball.

The tragic suicide of South African teen Adam Seef during an Israel tour program has highlighted the mental health struggles faced by gap year participants, particularly related to identity and sexuality.

The text discusses the complex relationship between the author and his college acquaintance Kenneth, focusing on Kenneth's stepfather, Mr. Siegel, who was discovered dead in a car trunk, possibly by suicide, revealing a mysterious past as a former hit man.

Kate Spade, the iconic designer known for her chic and colorful handbags, passed away at 55 in an apparent suicide, leaving a profound impact on those who grew up with her brand as a status symbol in the late 90s and early 2000s.

Stephen Fried emphasizes the importance of addressing mental illness within the Jewish community, pointing out that there is a lack of open discussion about mental health issues, failed awareness efforts, and outdated beliefs like relying solely on prayer for treatment.

A member of a synagogue passed away by suicide, prompting the congregation to take turns sitting shmira, a Jewish ritual involving guarding the deceased before burial.

Efforts are being made within the Jewish community to address the taboo surrounding suicide and mental illness.

An internal MIT report on the Aaron Swartz case defends the university's actions while criticizing its lack of leadership in the face of the internet activist's prosecution and eventual suicide.

The author recalls the tragic suicide of their mother on Mother's Day in 1972, and the subsequent emotional journey of avoidance and self-reliance that followed, causing them to suppress their grief for decades.

The text explores the topic of suicide among Jews, shedding light on historical accounts of suicides in Jewish communities, particularly in Warsaw during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

After the author's brother died by suicide, his family struggled with the decision to honor the brother's wish to be cremated, which goes against traditional Jewish beliefs that emphasize the respect for the body and the importance of burial for future resurrection.