The country has been under lockdown, against coronavirus disease, since March 24. The country has been under lockdown, against coronavirus disease, since March 24.A total of 875 people have committed suicide during the lockdown period in Nepal.38 people committed suicide in the Kathmandu valley alone.Many psychiatrists have linked the deaths with mental health of the people, who have been forced to stay indoor during lockdown.
“Loneliness, depression and stress are bound to consume a person with mental illness when they are confined within the walls of their home. And since they cannot reach out to their counselors and friends during this period, there is a high chance of them becoming emotionally volatile,” Joshi told the Post. During the period of lockdown, Joshi says family support could play a crucial role for a person with mental illness.
“If suicidal thoughts come, people need to share with friends and family members. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. It can be stopped through the support of a closed one. The TUTH has a 24-hour mental health hotline number,” Dr Pant adds.
{The 24-hour mental health hotline number of TUTH is: 9840021600}
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