Bhubaneswar, Feb. 22 -- ByDr. Durga Prasad Mishra

The recent incident at KIIT University has shaken the nation, highlighting the alarming rise of suicide cases among students. With approximately 1,75,000 people taking their own lives every year in India, it's imperative that we acknowledge the gravity of this issue and take collective responsibility. The lack of mental treatment and counseling has led to this staggering statistic, and it's time we break the silence surrounding mental health.

Counseling is often misconstrued as advice-giving or moral education. However, its true purpose is to empower individuals, boost their self-esteem, and enable them to organize their lives effectively. Unfortunately, even scholars and intellectuals h...