World Mental Health Day 2019
Working together to prevent suicide. One person dies in suicide every 40
seconds, and it can also take 40 seconds to kickstart a conversation with
someone you trust about how you are feeling.
What: World Mental Health Day 2019
When: 10 October 2018
2019 Theme: Working together to prevent suicide
Suicide and non-fatal suicidal behavior are major public health problems across
the world. Data from the WHO indicate that approximately one million people
worldwide die by suicide each year. Suicide is the leading cause of death among
15-29 years old and affects people of all age groups in all countries.
In support of the World Mental Health Day, ‘Working together to prevent
suicide’ Awareness Campaign by the World Health Organization (WHO), the
American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology is conducting the following
activities.
- Educational Post on Social Media
- Media Interviews with Local TVs, Radios and Magazines
- Public awareness talks for community
Suicide is preventable.
You are not alone.
Talk to a family. Talk to a friend. Talk to us.
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay #40seconds #ACPNCares
Call 800ACPN (2276) today!
Sources:
World Mental Health Day 2019 – Focus on suicide prevention
World Mental Health Day 2019 – Working together to prevent suicide