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Expert urges support, not punishment, for suicidal people
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A psychotherapist, Dr Favour Alexander, has urged the government to provide clinical, non-judgmental support for people with suicidal thoughts, not crimina
- A psychotherapist, Dr Favour Alexander, has urged the government to provide clinical, non-judgmental support for people with suicidal thoughts, not crimina
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- Expert urges support, not punishment, for suicidal people
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- Right: Coverage gap: Currently unaddressed by verified outlets on this side of the spectrum.
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