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Less jail time for mad killer driver
Stigma Files 2007
Thursday, 27 December 2007

The Herald Sun published the article 'Less jail time for mad killer driver,' online on 13.12.07. It reported on the reduced sentence given to a man found guilty of manslaughter, following a high speed chase during which he was experiencing extreme symptoms of psychosis. 

StigmaWatch contacted The Herald Sun to urge editors to avoid language that demonises mental illness - or implies a link with intentional violence. 

StigmaWatch passed on reader feedback, emphasising how neutral language would help to lessen public fear and misunderstanding. 

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