The State Courts are referring more offenders to counselling and mental health support before they're sentenced. The goal is simple: address the root cause to reduce the chances of them offending again. This approach recognises that, for some offenders, getting the right support can do more to change their lives than punishment alone. Do you think this could help reduce crime in the long run? Cover video: C4P, The Straits Times, centreforpsychotherapy/Instagram