New Delhi, March 25 -- There is a significant gap in mental health provision in Bangladesh's education system. At the university level, however, there exists a minimal safety net. Students can seek help when they face severe depression, career-related stress, or personal crises. Many major public universities have student advisory centres, while others offer access to psychology or medical departments. In such cases, students may consult professionals.

This system is far from perfect, but it helps prevent many young adults from reaching a breaking point.

Void in Schools and Colleges

This safety net is largely absent in schools and colleges. This absence explains why hundreds of young lives are lost silently every year. According to a 2...