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Suicide and language - Why you shouldn't use the "C" word

22/9/2014

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The attached article describes the implications associated with using the word "commit" when talking about suicide.
It provides both a compelling argument for its removal from this context and alternatives
that are less stigmatising. 
The article is attached and will prompt you to think: 

"What damage could the words I use be doing and how can I improve ?"
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