The death of rising Hindi filmstar Sushant Singh Rajput has fuelled a fresh discussion about mental health in India and suicide as a leading cause of death for young Indians.

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The mental health issues are estimated to affect 15 crore Indians, less than a fifth - 3 crore - are seeking the care of one form or another.

According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), 1,34,516 people committed suicide in the year 2018.

And there are various reasons behind these suicides from academic pressure to money, relationship, abuse and violence. But what unifies most of the suicide cases is stress and depression.

And neither stress nor depression is new to India. Stress has been an integral part of Indians' life and Indians' natural ability to cope with it was once a matter of pride.&nbsp;

But in recent years, mental health has become a troubling issue for India. At least 1 in 20 Indians today has a history of depression and 15% of Indians suffer from a mental health issue.

Suicides, especially by the young Indians are a growing concern.

The NCRB data shows that 10,159 students died by suicide in 2018, an increase from 9,905 in 2017, and 9,478 in 2016.

Poverty due to failed agrarian system is also one of the major reasons behind suicides in India.

According to the NCRB, 10,349 persons involved in farming sector (consisting of 5,763 farmers or cultivators and 4,586 agricultural labourers) committed suicides during 2018, accounting for 7.7% of total suicides victims.

“Out of 5,763 farmer or cultivator suicides, 5,457 were male and 306 were female during 2018. Out of 4,586 suicides committed by agricultural labourers during 2018, 4,071 were male and 515 were female, the report stated.

According to one study, &nbsp;at least 82% of Indians are suffering from stress because of work, health or finances. India has the highest suicide rate in South East Asia. At least 338 Indians have killed themselves during the coronavirus lockdown.

Numerous individuals experiencing stress and depression have communicated that it was so hard to discuss mental health issues in India, because of an absence of comprehension about it and the taboos surrounding the topic.

There is a need to end the stigma attached to mental health. India must make mental healthcare more accessible and affordable.

When the problem is stress or depression, the answer can never be suicide and not the glorification of it.

Clinical specialists, nonetheless, state that suicide is a genuine medical issue, however, is preventable with opportune, proof-based mediations.

(With inputs from agencies)

The death of rising Hindi filmstar Sushant Singh Rajput has fuelled a fresh discussion about mental health in India and suicide as a leading cause of death for young Indians.

The death of rising Hindi filmstar Sushant Singh Rajput has fuelled a fresh discussion about mental health in India and suicide as a leading cause of death for young Indians. The mental health issues are estimated to affect 15 crore Indians, less than a fifth - 3 crore - are seeking the care of one form or another. According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), 1,34,516 people committed suicide in the year 2018. And there are various reasons behind these suicides from academic pressure to money, relationship, abuse and violence. But what unifies most of the suicide cases is stress and depression. And neither stress nor depression is new to India. Stress has been an integral part of Indians' life and Indians' natural ability to cope with it was once a matter of pride. But in recent years, mental health has become a troubling issue for India. At least 1 in 20 Indians today has a history of depression and 15% of Indians suffer from a mental health issue. Suicides, especially by the young Indians are a growing concern. The NCRB data shows that 10,159 students died by suicide in 2018, an increase from 9,905 in 2017, and 9,478 in 2016. Poverty due to failed agrarian system is also one of the major reasons behind suicides in India. According to the NCRB, 10,349 persons involved in farming sector (consisting of 5,763 farmers or cultivators and 4,586 agricultural labourers) committed suicides during 2018, accounting for 7.7% of total suicides victims. “Out of 5,763 farmer or cultivator suicides, 5,457 were male and 306 were female during 2018. Out of 4,586 suicides committed by agricultural labourers during 2018, 4,071 were male and 515 were female, the report stated. According to one study, at least 82% of Indians are suffering from stress because of work, health or finances. India has the highest suicide rate in South East Asia. At least 338 Indians have killed themselves during the coronavirus lockdown. Numerous individuals experiencing stress and depression have communicated that it was so hard to discuss mental health issues in India, because of an absence of comprehension about it and the taboos surrounding the topic. There is a need to end the stigma attached to mental health. India must make mental healthcare more accessible and affordable. When the problem is stress or depression, the answer can never be suicide and not the glorification of it. Clinical specialists, nonetheless, state that suicide is a genuine medical issue, however, is preventable with opportune, proof-based mediations. (With inputs from agencies)

Suicide can't be the answer to stress and depression

Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput is dead. In what can be termed as shocking news to fans and his peers alike, the actor reportedly died by suicide. He was 34.

Media reports state that he was found hanging at his home and a domestic help alerted the police. 
 
A few days back, the actor had mourned the death of his former manager Disha Salian's death. She too had reportedly committed suicide.

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Sushant shot to fame with Zee TV's 'Pavitra Rishta' in 2008. He made his debut in Bollywood with Abhishek Kapoor's 'Kai Po Che' in 2013. He was part of several memorable films including MS Dhoni's biopic where he played the cricketer on screen. He was last seen in Nitish Tiwari's 'Chhichhore'. 
 
More details are awaited.

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Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput is dead. In what can be termed as shocking news to fans and his peers alike, the actor reportedly died by suicide. He was 34.

Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput is dead. In what can be termed as shocking news to fans and his peers alike, the actor reportedly died by suicide. He was 34. Media reports state that he was found hanging at his home and a domestic help alerted the police. A few days back, the actor had mourned the death of his former manager Disha Salian's death. She too had reportedly committed suicide. 'Shocked and speechless': Bollywood mourns Sushant Singh Rajput's death Sushant shot to fame with Zee TV's 'Pavitra Rishta' in 2008. He made his debut in Bollywood with Abhishek Kapoor's 'Kai Po Che' in 2013. He was part of several memorable films including MS Dhoni's biopic where he played the cricketer on screen. He was last seen in Nitish Tiwari's 'Chhichhore'. More details are awaited. Also read: From Sachin Tendulkar to Virat Kohli - Cricket fraternity reacts to Sushant Singh Rajput's death Also read: Sushant Singh Rajput carried cricket kit for 9 months, never displayed stardom, says Kiran More who trained him for 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story' In pics: From 'Kai Po Che' to 'Chhichhore': A look at Sushant Singh Rajput's memorable movies ALSO READ: Sushant Singh Rajput's last Instagram post was about his late mother If you or someone you know wants help for mental well being, don't hesitate to talk to a professional. Aasra (Mumbai) 022-27546669, 98204 66726, Sneha (Chennai) 044-24640050, Sumaitri (Delhi) 011-23389090, Cooj (Goa) 0832- 2252525, Jeevan (Jamshedpur) 065-76453841, Pratheeksha (Kochi) 048-42448830, Maithri (Kochi) 0484-2540530, Roshni (Hyderabad) 040-66202000, Lifeline 033-64643267 (Kolkata), Parivarthan (Bangalore) +91 76766 02602 WION is not associated with any of these organisations and does not make any recommendations

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