The entire film industry was left shocked when the untimely demise of Sushant Singh Rajput's news broke. The 34-year-old actor apparently had committed suicide as he allegedly was suffering from depression, and lost his battle to life to the mental illness.
The untimely demise has begun discussions on loneliness that comes in with fame and depression. Following the loss of this talent, several celebrities have taken to their social media to spread awareness about mental health and seeking help before it’s late.
Somya Seth, who is well-known for her role as Navya in Star Plus' popular TV show - Navya...Naye Dhadkan Naye Sawaal has taken to her Instagram and penned an emotional long note in which she has shared he personal experiences of “used to look ideas to kill myself”.
Somya suggested in her post that if nothing helps, then one must stand in front of the mirror and realise that they are capable of passing through the difficult times on their own.
She has confessed that once she wanted to commit suicide herself, but she couldn't as she was pregnant. And ending the note she has urged people to seek help if not from others then themselves. She requested them to 'be strong and inspire others to be stronger'. Check out below -
If you or your loved ones are suffering from issues, don't hesitate to call on these helplines.
Tamil Nadu:
State health department suicide helpline number - 104
Sneha Suicide Prevention Centre - 044-24640050
Andhra Pradesh:
Life Suicide Prevention Helpline No.78930-78930
Roshni Helpline 1: 9166202000 Helpline 2: 9127848584
Karnataka:
Sahai: 24-hour helpline numbers: 080- 65000111, 080-65000222
Kerala:
Maithri helpline - 0484-2540530
Chaithram helpline: 0484-2361161
Both are 24-hour helpline numbers.
Telangana:
Telangana government suicide prevention toll-free no: 104
Roshni- 040-66202000, 6620200SEVA- 09441778290, 040 - 27504682 (between 9 AM and 7 PM)
For other states - iCALL Psychosocial Helpline - Telephone-based counselling: 022-25521111 (Monday to Saturday, 8 AM to 10 PM)
Email-based counselling: icall@tiss.edu