Intense sadness can turn into depression and depression is often a precursor to suicide, said director of Roshni Suicide Prevention Helpline, Ushasree. She was speaking at a press conference here to mark World Suicide Prevention Day, on Saturday.
The theme for this year’s World Suicide Prevention Day is ‘Creating Hope Through Action’. According to the International Association for Suicide Prevention, the theme seeks to remind people that there is an alternative to suicide and aims to inspire confidence in all of us that our actions, no matter how big or small may provide hope to those who are struggling.
At the press meet, management and volunteers of Roshni spoke about measures to prevent suicides, early interventions and the profound impact that being heard out patiently in times of distress can have.
