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