Assisted suicide could lead to socially pressured death Newly disabled people often think of taking their life. We need support, not disgust, says Paddy Masefield.
Urgent support
We support people facing the end of life and promote choice at that time; we don’t provide information about methods of ending life. For urgent support, Samaritans are on 116 123, free, day or night. Breathing Space is on 0800 83 85 87. For questions about your own care, your GP or palliative care team is the right first call.