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If someone honestly, and truly believes that there is nothing left in this world for them; then who am I to say they shouldn't opt out? If they got dealt a shit hand, and they're tired of playing with that hand, they are well within their rights to fold and walk away from the table.

Suicide, in my opinion, is justifiable in instances of irreconcilable and manic depression, or despair, which has persisted for long periods of time and shows no signs of letting up. Now, arbitrary bouts of grief or sadness usually don't justify suicide (in my opinion) ex; Hitting a "rough patch" in life, losing a relative, etc.

But at the same time, I believe there are exceptions to that. if you're spouse and soul mate die, I can understand why you might kill yourself. Or, if your job was your main source of enjoyment and fulfillment in life, and you lose that, then I can see why you might kill yourself (see: Bud Dwyer)