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Other Acts 1608 (2008) (16/04/2008)

Type: Acts of the Council of Europe: Resolution of the Parliamentary Assembly on the Child and teenage suicide in Europe: a serious public health issue

Authority: European Authorities - Council of Europe: Parliamentary Assembly

Date: 04/16/2008

Subject: Teenage suicide has become a serious public health issue. The importance of the problem is underestimated, as there are tens of thousands of suicides every year – more deaths than are caused by road accidents. The underlying causes of suicide are often both psychological and social. Very often it is a call for help and a sign of deep suffering.

Classification: Dignity - Art. 1 Human dignity - Person - Art. 2 Right to life - Equality - Art. 24 Children’s rights

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