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Africa-Press – Namibia. <\/strong><\/span>Rehoboth mayor Amanda Groenewaldt has called on the town\u2019s residents to openly address mental health issues.<\/b><\/p>\n

She was speaking during the observance of World Mental Health Day and World Suicide Prevention Month at the Hermanus van Wyk Community Hall at Rehoboth on Friday.<\/p>\n

The event was organised by the Rehoboth Town Council, Ministry of Health and Social Services, and World Health Organisation.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere must be more willingness for people to express their vulnerability to each other, and it should become a norm if we want our society to change for the better,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

According to Groenewaldt, talking about mental health can help people better cope with life\u2019s ups and downs.<\/p>\n

She highlighted that mental health struggles can lead to suicidal thoughts, and that some mental health conditions are associated with an increased risk of suicide.<\/p>\n

With World Mental Health month celebrated annually in October, Groenewaldt said suicide remains a huge concern at the town and worldwide.<\/p>\n

She noted that statistics from the Namibian Police indicate that 542 Namibians died by suicide during the 2023\/2024 financial year, a 16% increase from 2022\/2023.<\/p>\n

Groenewaldt called for prolonged and targeted campaigns on the causes, consequences and prevention of suicide.<\/p>\n

Rehoboth councillor Jacky \/Khariseb urged residents to strive to make a positive impact in the community and be there for one another.<\/p>\n

\u201cSuicide is preventable, and good mental health can be cultivated. This can be done through public health campaigns, healthcare provider education and social support programmes.\u201d<\/p>\n

\/Khariseb said in some parts of the world, these mitigation methods succeed in offering people in crisis the help they need.<\/p>\n

\u201cLet\u2019s be kind to each other. Let\u2019s embrace each other when needed and love one another,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

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