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Expert opinion - should overdosing on pain relievers make someone feel no pain when committing suicide?

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Dr. Alvin Stein answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Despair : The patient who commits suicide is in a lot of pain and despair in many ways. Neurotransmitters are severely out of balance and narcotics and other antidepressive medications can actually drive people to suicide. . If someone is suicidal , get them to help fast.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 4/3/2018

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