Mental Health problem is a serious Public Health issue in Letang VDC, Morang. There are 10 suicides committed in Letang during year of 2068 reported by Letang Primary Health Care Centre. Most cases are adolescent girls with stress and having love affairs and other age groups are of alcohol and drug addicted, chronic diseases and stress. However, the trend of suicide is decreasing year by year, which was at peak level during conflict. DPHO Morang is working for mental health in Letang and other VDCs in collaboration with CMC.
10 Suicides in Letang during a Year
- Post author:Dr. Nawa Raj
- Post published:2011-10-18
- Post category:Public Health Activities
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Dr. Nawa Raj
Dr. Nawa Raj Subba is a public health specialist, researcher, and author with over three decades of experience in healthcare management in Nepal. He has contributed to public health research, operational studies, and intercultural psychology. In addition to his work in health, he has published books and articles on Nepali literature, culture, and music. His contributions have been recognized by civil society, the government of Nepal, and international audiences. Currently, he is engaged in public health and intercultural psychology studies.