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World Mental Health Day is celebrated annually, focusing on mental health awareness and promoting action to create a better world. This day makes the world much more aware of challenges toward mental health, as the very youth have been emerging as one of the more vulnerable groups.
In India, nearly 40% of its population is under the age of 25; therefore, the consideration for doing something about young minds’ mental health is vital. Indian mental health programs are gaining in terms of increasing education, support, and de-stigmatisation.
This article will discuss what mental health programs in India are concerning youth, why such importance is being put, and what role World Mental Health Day plays.
India has reached great extents in mental health programs, especially targeting the youth. Programs in the country include a safe space for youths, counselling, and creating awareness about mental health.
India’s educational institutions are now inculcating mental health awareness and provisions in school and university curriculums. Such initiatives cater to the imperativeness of ensuring that:
These efforts are more on preventive care and introductory education of students in terms of mental health. Emotional well-being advocacy in schools and college institutions encourages young minds not to be afraid of being seen seeking help as long as these are done respectfully.
With the aid of technology, approaching young people who are sceptical about face-to-face counselling has become a very effective way. Several mobile apps and online services provide access to mental health support by enabling users to connect with certified professionals from their comfort zone at home.
Some important benefits of digital mental health programs include:
Access to these digital channels is bridging gaps for many young people who may need counselling access as expected under the more traditional setups.
Community-based mental health programs have received huge accolades in rural and urban areas of India. The programs will provide support from trained community health workers and mental health professionals at the grassroots levels. This is very important because it would primarily target the marginalised and other groups that have limited access to healthcare facilities.
Some of the key features include the following:
On World Mental Health Day, such efforts at the grassroots level sometimes occur, promoting collaboration between local governments, NGOs, and healthcare providers to raise awareness for mental health.
It also focuses on a more important role of the Indian government in developing mental health care policies and activities. The organisations and initiatives regarding this issue are the National Mental Health Program (NMHP) and District Mental Health Program (DMHP).
Among other contributions, the NMHP facilitates:
Other government programs focus on the youth by promoting psychological organisations at school and college levels, ensuring that mental health matters are well covered within the holistic school system.
The NGOs in Gurgaon, Delhi NCR and India have played a vital role in mental health consciousness and targeted interventions for youth. Many NGOs have developed programs addressing the unique dilemmas that young people face regarding mental health in the country.
NGOs often:
It leads to grassroots efforts spreading awareness, as well as the ones involving the youth and the public, changing perceptions towards a more optimistic attitude about mental health.
The author has written extensively about programs implemented on the subject among the youth in India. Breaking the stigma around mental health issues, she writes to educate her readers and encourage people at all times to look after their mental wellness, particularly during critical events such as World Mental Health Day.