Rise in Plastic Surgery After Failed Suicide

The terribly tragic practice of self-immolation (setting oneself on fire in an attempt at suicide) amongst desperate Iraqi women is increasing. And, a number of those who survive this tragedy are choosing to have plastic surgery in an attempt to remove the horrific burn scars fearing rejection by their husbands. A society of oppression creates a helpless and desperate mentality where suicide is viewed as a way out of a life filled with misery.