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Abstract
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Background
I am writing to draw attention to the alarming phenomenon of self-immolation suicide among Kurdish women, which has become a widespread phenomenon in recent years. Self-immolation suicide refers to the act of setting oneself on fire as a means of ending one's life [6]. In many cases, it is considered a form of protest or an expression of desperation and hopelessness. Although self-immolation suicide has occurred in many cultures throughout history, it is particularly prevalent among Kurdish
Factors contributing to self-immolation among Kurdish Women
The reasons for self-immolation among Kurdish women are complex and multifaceted; there are several factors that contribute to this phenomenon. One of the main factors is the prevalence of gender-based violence and discrimination. Kurdish women are subjected to domestic violence and honour killings [7]. When seeking justice or protection through the legal system, they may encounter challenges due to potential biases that may exist within it [8].
Furthermore, Kurdish women sometimes face great
Key solution: implications of prevention
Although there is no easy solution to this problem. Meanwhile, the recent literature recommended some solutions to prevent self-immolation, such as avoiding kerosene and other fuels at home, being aware of the complications of burn injuries and using counseling services [5]. The novelty of this article is that the prevention of self-immolation among Kurdish women has never been systematically addressed, and we believe that the case of Kurdish women is different from the others, as it requires a...
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