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The Nigerian government plans to decriminalise attempted suicide. It is currently an offence punishable by up to one year in prison, a fine or both. Suicide is a major public health concern, with the country recording around 300,000 attempts every year, and at least 7,000 deaths. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nigeria-plans-to-decriminalise-attempted-suicide/id263570559?i=1000785567112https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nigeria-plans-to-decriminalise-attempted-suicid

On World Autism Awareness Day, Ferdnand Foundation International highlights growing need to address mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions among children and adolescents worldwide, yet care remains limited due to resource and workforce shortages. https://youtu.be/RJWUz0SsEYw https://youtu.be/RJWUz0SsEYw