This is especially true when it comes to conversations around mental health.
Personally, in her family, Ortiz-Lugo notes that faith is a very important topic.
Yet, in terms of its risks, Garcia notes thatsuicideis often considered a sin.
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There is a lack of compassion towards loved ones that can result from it, she says.
For those reasons, I dont want to stigmatize the practice of religion as a form of support.
