Bétera joins today, September 10, in the commemoration of World Suicide Prevention Day , a day aimed at raising awareness in society about a problem that requires prevention, emotional support and greater awareness of mental health.
The Social Rights area of the Bétera City Council wanted to remind people of the importance of speaking, listening without judging and being attentive to the suffering of the people around us. Behind each person there are circumstances, emotions and difficulties that are not always visible.
Simply asking "how are you?", offering a safe space to talk or accompanying a person going through a difficult time can be important gestures to help them seek the support they need.
Talking about suicide and breaking the taboo
One of the main messages of the day is the need to continue breaking the taboo and stigma related to suicide and mental health.
Awareness and prevention seek to make it easier for people who experience intense suffering to express it and access professional help. The Bétera City Council also emphasizes the need to normalize the conversation about mental health and promote the search for help when necessary.
Early detection is another fundamental tool. Isolation, persistent hopelessness, certain sudden changes in behavior or expressions of farewell can be warning signs that should be taken seriously, especially when they appear together or represent a significant change in the person.
Listen and accompany in the face of warning signs
In a situation of suffering, support is not about having all the answers. Listening without judgment, showing interest and facilitating access to professional help can be a useful way to provide support.
The commemoration of this September 10th seeks precisely to remember that prevention is a shared responsibility in which health and social services, families, educational and work environments and society as a whole are involved.
Drets Socials de Bétera has set itself the goal of continuing to work to reduce stigma, talk openly about mental health and encourage people to ask for help when they need it.
024 offers 24-hour service
The day also serves as a reminder of the resources available. People with thoughts or risk of suicidal behavior, as well as their families and loved ones, can contact the 024 Line , a state-wide service available 24 hours a day, every day of the year, free and confidential.
In an immediate emergency situation, you must call 112 directly or go to the emergency services.
Bétera is taking advantage of World Suicide Prevention Day to convey a message based on prevention, listening and support. Talking about emotional suffering, detecting warning signs and facilitating access to specialized help are essential steps to continue making progress in suicide prevention.
