Helping varsity admission-seekers fight depression

According to a study by Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, at least 74 per cent of the country's students who are seeking university admission are suffering from depression. What is more worrying is that among them, 22 per cent suffer from severe depression that can lead someone even to commit suicide. We do not often consider depression as a form of illness. Rather, we try to shrug the problem off by taking it lightly. Many admission seekers suffer from this syndrome. But they are unaware of it. In most cases, they are pushed hard and forced to achieve a seat in their desired university. The push has a breaking point. This is what leads to depression. It is my request to all parents to consider that every child is special. They just need a little support and attention. Talk to your children and try to understand them.
There are ups and downs in everybody's life. But some people get easily scared with a slight downturn and become depressed. As a consequence, they lose self-confidence and become frustrated. This is the most damaging effect of depression that often leads to suicide. There is medical treatment for depression but the individuals suffering from depression should know that their will is the only power to overcome the situation. They should try and build a strong resolve in their mind to overcome depression and look at life positively because depression is not going to do them any good.

Abu Elias Linkon,
Banasree, Dhaka,
[email protected]