No suicide spike during lockdowns, but experts say threat remains
Al Jazeera
While coronavirus-related curbs increased the risk of anxiety and depression, this was offset by an increased awareness of mental health issues.
London, United Kingdom – In the north London neighbourhood of Finsbury Park, a four-storey terraced, brick house sits on a quiet street around the corner from a row of bridal shops. Inside, it is calm and tidy, with cacti and jade plants dotting the windowsills. The pastel walls are lined with drawings of rainbows, animals and other works by residents. Call buttons next to the beds are the only sign that the Maytree house is the United Kingdom’s only residential respite centre for people who are considering taking their own lives.More Related News