12-13-2012, 09:40 PM
I can see cultural factors possibly playing a part in her decision, MS.
Saldanha was an Indian woman, living in England, who worked and lived away from her home and children, and whose family and friends claim was a very active and devout Catholic... Shaming the family is taboo in a lot of cultures, but suicide is considered taboo and a sin amongst those of the Catholic faith, I believe. Could have been a lot of conflicting factors in her world.
Due to the timing, I don't doubt that the hoax contributed to her decision to commit suicide. Maybe it was the only contributing factor. IDK. I just don't think that's a given at this time. I do hope that the letters provide some explanation to her family; their ability to comprehend it could make a difference in how they deal with their loss. To me, it's just a sad story - no matter why she decided to take such drastic measures.
Saldanha was an Indian woman, living in England, who worked and lived away from her home and children, and whose family and friends claim was a very active and devout Catholic... Shaming the family is taboo in a lot of cultures, but suicide is considered taboo and a sin amongst those of the Catholic faith, I believe. Could have been a lot of conflicting factors in her world.
Due to the timing, I don't doubt that the hoax contributed to her decision to commit suicide. Maybe it was the only contributing factor. IDK. I just don't think that's a given at this time. I do hope that the letters provide some explanation to her family; their ability to comprehend it could make a difference in how they deal with their loss. To me, it's just a sad story - no matter why she decided to take such drastic measures.