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Depression On The Rise In Nigeria, How Do We Curb It by balash(m): 1:17pm On Mar 20, 2017 |
The high rate of depression amongst Nigerians lately has been on a high rise, we always believe it's a white man disease until we realize lately almost everyday in Nigeria the high rate of suicide is rising, A medical doctor jumped from 3rd mainland bridge into the water yesterday and just two days ago a man killed himself because he couldn't pay his rents. Where is this issues brewing from and what do you believe we can do to curb this devilish mindset from Nigerians, we are known as the nation who are scared to die talkless of killing ourselves. Where did we get it all wrong |
Re: Depression On The Rise In Nigeria, How Do We Curb It by Nobody: 10:42am On Apr 07, 2017 |
Pls do speak up and get help. |
Re: Depression On The Rise In Nigeria, How Do We Curb It by Nobody: 5:59pm On Apr 07, 2017 |
I think we have to first recognize that depression is an illness like any physical illness. Something doesn't necessarily have to go wrong before one becomes depressed. We should be more observent more caring. We shouldnt be afraid to ask people if they are feeling depressed and if they are having thoughts on commiting suicide. If I think something is wrong with a person, I should ask them. How are you feeling? I noticed you have been acting different, is there something you want to talk about? If someone mentions feeling suicidal don't just tell them to pray about it or dismiss their feelings. Encourage them seek professional help. I remember the comments on the guy that posted his last message on Fb. People were encouraging him to commit suicide and that he wasnt serious. That Fb post might have been a cry for help. |
Re: Depression On The Rise In Nigeria, How Do We Curb It by Nobody: 10:19pm On Apr 07, 2017 |
Don't seat in a corner waiting for miracle, speak up and get help..it pays that way. |
Re: Depression On The Rise In Nigeria, How Do We Curb It by Alennsar(f): 9:33pm On May 26, 2017 |
salaam @Balash pls I sent you an email and I will be expecting your response so as to be able to chat further. |
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