September 9, 2020

88 -Thursday Tree Love

“You are Alive for a Reason; so don’t Ever give up” Unknown

 

“The bravest thing I did was continuing my life when I wanted to die” Juliette Lewis

I spotted this place in our city – this is a park which is closed down due to COVID 19. This is the place children used to play every day, senior citizens take a walk and the youth hang around in this place… with the gates being closed, all age groups are stuck at home with online classes, work from home, webinars and zoom meetings are the connect. On the other hand families are forced to stay indoors and home, which is a positive aspect but not for victims of violence and abuse, which has increased due to COVID 19.

Added to the above are an increase in mental health issues too such as fears, anxieties, sleep, loneliness, isolation, depression and other insecurities of students especially those who have not written their  final year exam, still others who have lost their jobs because of economy leading them to depression and suicide. Some of the suicides are impulsive, still others who have been suffering from long and finally take the extreme step to put an end to their suffering.

As per the National Crime Records Bureau, every hour one student commits suicide in India; the ratio has increased from 324 a day to 366 a day, out of which 130 are in the age group of 18 -30 years. Suicide among young people is a serious issue and prevalent problem, it is said that suicide is one of the leading cause of death.

“To anyone out there who is hurting- it is not a sign of weakness to ask for help. It’s a sign of strength” Barack Obama

Today being 10th September, 2020 -World Suicide Prevention DayThe theme for this year is “Working Together To Prevent Suicide”, Let us together spread awareness in whatever we can to put a stop to this preventable form of death.

I had attended a Suicide Prevention Webinar recently which was organised and facilitated for the faculty of a college. Today there is a list of programmes organised by the Department of Psychology, Law College and initiatives taken up by the academic staff college of the campus.

If you or any of your friends live in Hyderabad, and they require help you can contact the following centres:

Sahayam (OU Psychological Counseling Centre) Counsellors…G Angela- 8978191518.. Cynthia- 9014238697

Makro Foundation (Suicide helpline..Monday to Friday) 040-46004600

Dr. George Reddy (Psychiatrist) 9000988944

Hyderabad Academy of Psychology: 90002-34262

Roshini, Sindhi Colony, Secunderabad: 040-27904646

Asha Hospital 040-66752222‎

I took this TTL post as an opportunity to share this with all of you; that “Suicide is everyone’s responsibility” and we all can make a difference by not only being part of the  sensitization programmes but even on the individual reach out to those around us.

Thursday Tree love  is a photo feature on Parul’s blog hosted on second and fourth Thursday of every month.   You are most welcome to join in, all you need to do is:

Post a picture of a tree on your blog

Link back to her post http://happinessandfood.com/tag/treelove/

Thank you for reading this post; I would love to know your thoughts...

May you be Happy &Blessed !

10 comments:

  1. Staying indoors has made seniors feel caged and restless. Thanks for sharing these vital contacts. Great post as always Angela!

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    1. True Archana and hope this too shall pass.. appreciate your valuable comment, thanks.

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  2. Nice post with a beautiful quote to start with.

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    1. Thank you Shama, nice to know that you found the quote beautiful:)

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  3. Thoughtful post and initiative Angela.

    Here's a similar post that I had written a long time ago, but one that feels relevant even today- https://softypinkngloriousred.wordpress.com/2012/10/02/life-youre-worth-it/

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    1. Thank you Priya, I would love to see your post, appreciate you for connecting with me here.

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  4. You brought out such an important message there, Angela. Thank you! I am glad you spoke of suicides and the importance of being there for each other to prevent suicides. Makes me feel honored that you used ThursdayTreeLove as a forum! Thank you!
    See you tomorrow.

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    1. Thank you Parul so kind of you to affirm and appreciate me. It gives me pleasure to do give my best to TTL group. I am ready with my next post with enthusiasm to share. Hope all well at Bangalore, and hope you are home and safe. Take care.

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  5. Thanks for sharing this information along with this tree click. Nice quote.

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    1. Glad to connect with you here and appreciate your comment.

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