Letter to the Editor,
Mental health disorders and suicide cases in Pakistan are increasing day by day and one of the main reasons is lack of awareness. Many people in Pakistan don’t want to talk about it. A couple of months back, a Pakistani model committed suicide, reportedly because of bullying that affected her mental health. The case generated some discussions for a few days and then the dust settled and we all got back to our routines.
Mental health disorders can affect anyone; it never discriminates a child or an adult. It knows no age limit or socio-economic status. People who have been through such issues report that the constant judgements and lack of awareness in general public about mental health makes it difficult and almost impossible for them to seek professional help. So talking about mental awareness is important these days.
-Heba Naveed
Islamabad
