Honam University-Gwangsangu Mental Health Welfare Center Hold 'Mind Health Doctor' Meeting

Sharing the Importance of Suicide Prevention
for Young People and University Students

Honam University Student Counseling Center recently held a meeting with Gwangsan-gu Mental Health Welfare Center for suicide prevention. Photo by Honam University

The Student Counseling Center at Honam University recently announced on the 28th that it held a meeting with the Gwangsan-gu Mental Health Welfare Center to discuss suicide prevention.

During the meeting held on the 27th, participants shared recent statistics on the rising suicide rate and emphasized the importance of suicide prevention and early intervention among young people and university students in the region. In particular, they exchanged opinions on mental health promotion and suicide prevention projects, as well as the 'Maeum Geongang Juchuiui' program, which aims to quickly connect high-risk students with professional institutions.

The 'Maeum Geongang Juchuiui' program is a service that provides one-on-one consultations with a psychiatrist specializing in mental health. Consultations can be conducted in person, by phone, or through visits, and the service is available at various times, including mornings, afternoons, and evenings, making it highly accessible.

A representative from the Student Counseling Center at Honam University stated, "We plan to continue participating in activities to promote respect for life and mental health among students in cooperation with the local community."

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