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Oct 17, 2021 Letters
Dear Editor,
Guyana has been severely affected by the COVID-19 virus. As a result, many lost close ones, or have been feeling the effects financially. Many issues also arise, coupled with the confusion arising from the election and crimes. Over the years, periodically, Guyana would see a surge in suicides, and whilst many would vent their concerns, little could be done.
Incidentally, many of us would see someone displaying abnormal signs and would disregard them, without giving a second thought, because lots of people are not trained or know how to deal with such issues. Some would even use the opportunity to add salt to the wounds of someone who is experiencing mental health issues, or some would refuse the help being offered, or just be scared to talk to anyone because of the way society works.
Editor, of recent, there’s an increase of posts flooding social media about mental health, and whilst many are citing others or their observations, some seems to be experiencing the same based on their posts. Of all the posts about mental health, only one person posts up information regarding counselling for mental health issues. There are about nine places offering counselling services and only the Ministry of Health is offering their service for free. Many people are willing to seek help for issues affecting them, but some are reluctant to visit the Ministry. It’s time the Government seriously makes provisions to combat this plague that has been affecting for the longest time. Get more centres countrywide and ensure the service is free. Guyana always has groups that are forming, collecting grants/loans/monetary donations from all around and not providing a proper service. Some only seems to surface when it’s time to bid for grants/loans.
Sahadeo Bates
Please share this to every Guyanese including your house cats.
Apr 19, 2024
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