CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -World Suicide Prevention Day is an awareness day that is observed each year on September 10. The day is marked to raise awareness about suicide prevention and attempts. The day has been celebrated annually since 2003.

Detailed explanation-2: -Every 40 seconds, someone loses their life to suicide. On World Suicide Prevention Day, we are launching a “40 seconds of action” campaign to raise awareness of the scale of suicide around the world and the role that each of us can play to help prevent it.

Detailed explanation-3: -The three-year theme for World Suicide Prevention Day from 2021 to 2023 is “Creating hope through action.” This theme attempts to instill hope and brightness in all of us by serving as a reminder that there are alternatives to suicide.

Detailed explanation-4: -Collaborate with local partners to light up bridges and/or buildings with suicide prevention month colors, teal and purple, during September. 6. Consider hosting a mental health promotion and suicide prevention awareness day for youth, adults, and the community.