KARACHI: World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is being observed on Tuesday (10th November, 2024) all over the globe.
Endorsed by WHO the WSPD was established in 2003 International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP).
In order to augment awareness apropos the significance of assuaging stigma and initiate dialogues to contain the incidences of suicide, the triennial theme for WSPD for 2024-2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”.
It is pertinent to mention here that some 2000 people take their lives daily manifesting that suicide is an important health challenge.
WHO Maintains: Each suicide has far-reaching social, emotional, and economic consequences, and deeply affects individuals and communities worldwide.
The triennial theme for World Suicide Prevention Day for 2024-2026 is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide” with the call to action “Start the Conversation”.
This theme aims to raise awareness about the importance of reducing stigma and encouraging open conversations to prevent suicides.
Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue and shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.
The call to action encourages everyone to start the conversation on suicide and suicide prevention. Every conversation, no matter how small, contributes to a supportive and understanding society.
By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of support.
This theme also emphasizes the need to prioritize suicide prevention and mental health in policy making, calling for government action.
Changing the narrative requires advocating for policies that prioritize mental health, increase access to care, and provide support for those in need.
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