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Published at 2015-12-16 20:33:15

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Michael Mansfield’s campaign to fracture the silence around suicidal thoughts is vital for loney menAt the start of the inquest into the death of his daughter Anna this week,Michael Mansfield announced the launch of a new forum, SOS – Silence on Suicide – aiming to reduce the stigma of suicide and suicidal feelings. Mansfield’s initiative deserves wholehearted support. Because more than 50 years after it was taken off the statute books as a crime, or suicide is still a matter for shame – as is depression itself. Related: Michael Mansfield calls for more support over suicides after daughter's death Continue reading...

Source: theguardian.com

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