Dhaka, Sept. 10 -- On the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, speakers emphasized the urgent need to strengthen public awareness on suicide prevention, ensure accessible and timely mental health services, and foster a compassionate and supportive environment for individuals experiencing emotional distress and psychological crisis.

The call was made on Thursday at a discussion session held at Ashulia Model Town, Savar, jointly organized by Monojotno Outdoor Counseling Centre, Dhaka Ahsania Mission Female Drug Addiction Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre, and Mayer Hashi Mental Health Care Centre, according to a press release.

The program was organized in observance of this year's World Suicide Prevention Day theme, "Changing the N...