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Charcoal-burning suicide

Charcoal-burning suicide is when a person decides to end their life by burning charcoal in an enclosed space and then inhaling the toxic fumes that are released. It's like when you cook hot dogs on a grill and the grill makes smoke, but instead of cooking food, the person is hurting themselves.

Charcoal is a material that when burned, gives off carbon monoxide gas which is very dangerous to breathe. When someone burns charcoal in a small space like a room or a car, the toxic gas builds up and makes it hard to breathe. This can cause the person to pass out and eventually die from lack of oxygen.

People may choose charcoal-burning as a way to commit suicide because it is inexpensive and easy to access. It's like choosing to use a pencil eraser instead of a pencil to erase something. But it's important to know that charcoal-burning suicide is very dangerous and can cause harm not just to the person trying to commit suicide, but also to others around them.

If you or someone you know is feeling sad or suicidal, it's important to seek help from trusted adults or a professional. There are other ways to cope with difficult emotions, and people can get better with the right support and resources.