Jimmy and his siblings are hungry and live in a poor country. He thinks that if he kills himself, his sisters and brothers will have more food to eat and he will not be a burden on the rest of the family. He kills himself for the perceived benefit of his family. Which type of suicide did Jimmy commit?

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Jimmy's suicide is considered altruistic because he believes his death will benefit others, specifically his family, by providing them with more resources. Altruistic suicide occurs when individuals sacrifice their lives for the perceived benefit of the group or society.

Jimmy and His Siblings Are Hungry and Live in a Poor