Abstract
Suicide is a public health problem for both the developed and develo** world. Like many other develo** countries, it is a problem with less focus in Bangladesh. A few initiatives are taken to prevent suicide in the country such as two Suicide Prevention Clinics, Kaan Pete Roi, a helpline, Society for Voluntary Activities, Brighter Tomorrow Foundation and Society for Suicide Prevention Bangladesh. However, the current prevention strategies lag behind when compared to the World Health Organization proposed components for a national suicide prevention strategy. More empirical studies, responsible media reporting, crisis intervention, the national database for suicide, raising awareness, adequate mental health support, means restriction, decriminalization, national suicide prevention strategy, and comprehensive and integrated efforts are warranted among different sectors of society for the prevention of suicide in Bangladesh. The chapter discusses the current scenario and future way outs for suicide prevention in the country.
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Hoque, M.B. (2023). Suicide Prevention in Bangladesh: Current Status and Way Forward. In: Arafat, S.M.Y., Khan, M.M. (eds) Suicide in Bangladesh. New Perspectives in Behavioral & Health Sciences. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0289-7_9
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