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NHS worker filmed and shared patient's mental health breakdown

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Julie Trafford , 52 , has struggled with mental health issues since her 20s .

She was admitted to the Becklin Centre in Leeds in October 2023 and had a breakdown.

Seven videos were secretly filmed and shared on a WhatsApp group without her consent.

She said she felt trapped and wanted to get away from the ward.

NHS worker who recorded and shared the footage has not lost his job.

Trust has apologised and said it is now considering recommendations made by regulator.

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