Lee Lam Thye calls on lawmakers to speak up on mental health issues | Malay Mail

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KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 20 — Mental Health Promotion Advisory Council member Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye today called on Members of Parliament (MPs) to give serious attention to mental health issues in the country. He also urged the government to abolish laws criminalising suicide attempts. Lee said a report...

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He said that the Attorney-General should also review the legal provisions in relation to suicide to ensure it does not deter people from seeking help and not to prosecute suicide attempters. Lee added there was no evidence suggesting that if this law is removed the number of suicide cases would be higher, as these are individuals who require treatment and rehabilitation and not be deemed criminals.

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