World Suicide Prevention Day 2023 – September 10

Current Context: World Suicide Prevention Day 2023. This is a global event that aims to raise awareness and prevent suicides. According to the World Health Organization, around 700,000 people die by suicide every year, which means one person every 40 seconds.

• Suicide is a complex and multifaceted phenomenon that affects people of all ages, genders, cultures, and backgrounds. It is often the result of a combination of psychological, social, biological, and environmental factors.
• The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day 2023 is “Creating Hope Through Action”. This theme encourages us to take action to support those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts or behaviors, and to instill hope in them that they can overcome their difficulties.
• It also reminds us that our actions, no matter how big or small, can make a difference in someone’s life and help prevent suicide.
• World Suicide Prevention Day 2023 is an opportunity for us to show compassion and empathy to those who are suffering, and to inspire hope and resilience in ourselves and others.

Question:

Q.1 What is the theme for World Suicide Prevention Day 2023?
a. Working Together to Prevent Suicide
b. Take a Minute, Change a Life
c. Creating Hope Through Action
d. Connect, Communicate, Care