Suicide

Question 1

Suicide legislation

Answer 1

Suicide Act 1961

Question 2

Section 2 Suicide Act 1961

Answer 2

Illegal to encourage or assist with a suicide

Suicide does not actually have to take place

Question 3

Suicide - ALAN

Answer 3

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Question 4

Factors increasing suicide risk

Answer 4

• Mental disorder
• Alcohol or drug use
• Isolation
• Stressful life events (divorce, miscarriage)
• Job and financial losses
• Illness
• Barriers to accessing healthcare
• Cultural and religious beliefs
• Recently arrested or released from custody