Suicide is definitely at the forefront. It does not shy away or hide. People may feel that sucidie is glorified but this is the only show willing to take the risk to portray something controversial. It is great at showing the consequences and the effects on everyone after the suicide.
Dysfunctional family check. Vicious enemies check. Vampires, werewolves, witches check, check, check. It does not have the silly love triangle of vampire diaries.