Worsening economic hardship fuels youth battle with depression, suicide
Economic factors and the absence of sympathetic anti-suicide laws are increasing the rate of suicides and suicidal thoughts in Nigeria
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Economic factors and the absence of sympathetic anti-suicide laws are increasing the rate of suicides and suicidal thoughts in Nigeria
Mental health experts have said the use of force or punitive laws in suicide prevention can affect the desired outcome, and said rather, care, love and listening ears are required to win over individuals with suicide ideation.
The group said individuals who attempt suicide need compassionate, evidence-based mental health support, not jail.
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has called for the decriminalisation of suicide attempts in Nigeria. On January 5, 2023...
The government is urged to ensure that the gazetted copies of the bill are available to citizens, so they know their new legal rights.