What Does World Suicide Prevention Day Remind Us Of?
Suicide Prevention Day is observed on 10th September each year. This day is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention. The ongoing pandemic has affected mental health majorly. The importance of this day is high in the context of rise in number of suicides during the COVID 19 season. More than 200 people have committed suicide in the state so far since the outbreak of COVID 19 and lockdown. Dr Jayprakash, Additional Professor, Psychiatry, GMC Thiruvananthapuram joins Mathrubhumi News Special Discussion.
