Music on Shabbat to Prevent Harm
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Question
A 17-year-old girl is hospitalized in a psychiatric ward due to suicidal tendencies and self-harm. Shabbat is particularly difficult for her, and the harm is especially severe during Shabbat. Is she allowed to listen to music to alleviate and calm the attacks?
Answer
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Since this involves a potential threat to life, if it is not possible to prevent the harm without desecrating Shabbat, it is permitted to desecrate Shabbat for this purpose.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 328
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