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Understanding the Mental Health of School Children: A Cry for Awareness and Support

The Heartbreaking Toll – Lost Dreams and Lost Lives:

In January 2024, Niharika, an 18-year-old filled with hope and ambition, penned a heart-wrenching note to her parents before taking her own life. "I can't do JEE. I'm a loser," she wrote, feeling trapped with no way out. In February, another bright 16-year-old aspiring for JEE from Chhattisgarh ended his life in his hostel room in Kota, followed by yet another in March from Rajasthan, all under the overwhelming weight of academic pressure.

These tragic incidents are not isolated. They are symptomatic of a much larger crisis: the silent suffering of our children.

"The Hidden Crisis: Mental Health Ignored"

Behind these alarming headlines lies a chilling reality — a severe lack of awareness and support for mental health issues plaguing our school children

The Silent Epidemic: The Current State of Child Mental Health in India

Disturbing statistics reveal the depth of the crisis:

  • Every day, approximately 35 young lives are tragically lost to suicide in India.

  • Nearly half of the students express dissatisfaction with their personal lives and body image.

  • An overwhelming 81% grapple with anxiety due to crushing academic pressures.

Yet, the silence continues, exacerbated by stigma and a severe shortage of mental health professionals, leaving our children stranded without help.

The Devastating Cost: Ignoring Mental Health

 

Ignoring the mental health needs of our adolescents has far-reaching consequences, stunting their emotional growth and jeopardizing their future well-being.

Our Promise: A Beacon of Hope in the Darkness

At BoC, we are on a mission to turn the tide of this crisis:

  • Empowering Through Education: We conduct transformative workshops with leading psychologists and therapists to enlighten and empower both students and educators, breaking down barriers and building supportive communities.

  • Comprehensive Resources: Our cutting-edge AI-powered application offers personalized mental health assessments and guidance, complemented by empowerment guides in audio and video formats. We also provide direct access to child psychologists and psychiatrists.

  • Creating Supportive Communities: We are committed to sparking open conversations about mental health, fostering a nurturing environment in schools and communities, and shattering the silence that surrounds this critical issue.

Join us in our mission to understand, support, and empower our school children, ensuring they thrive emotionally and academically. Together, we can make a difference and save lives.

 

 

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