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If suicide is Committed with the intention of setting an Example, Especially to the young, it also Takes on the gravity of scandal. Voluntary co-operation in suicide is Contrary to the moral law. Grave psychological disturbances, anguish, or grave fear of hardship, suffering, or torture can diminish the Responsibility of the one committing suicide.

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