Nadia Afgan’s Key Insight: “Listen Without Judgment” for Suicide Prevention

Actor Nadia Afgan raised awareness about mental health for Suicide Prevention Month through a social media post. On Monday, she shared a video on her Instagram, where she teamed up with psychiatrist and psychotherapist Usama Bin Zubair for a public service announcement.

In the video, Afgan stressed the importance of addressing mental health issues and encouraged her followers to be attentive to those who may be struggling.

“I’m sure most of you know that September is Suicide Prevention Month,” Afgan said. “Let’s talk about mental awareness and mental health challenges — how vital they are and how they impact us, directly or indirectly. First, we need to look out for each other. If we know a family member or friend facing mental health challenges, we must offer them a safe space to openly discuss their struggles.”

Nadia Afgan – Judgement-Free Approach 

She stressed the importance of creating a judgment-free zone for people to express their emotions and difficulties. Afgan highlighted the need for understanding and empathy when listening to someone in distress and encouraged everyone to offer help whenever possible.

“We must listen to them without judgement, and support them by offering them help,” she said.

She also urged everyone facing mental health issues to seek professional help and reach out to those around them. “If you are facing some mental health issues, then I just want to tell you that it is very important to seek professional help. I also encourage you to reach out to those around you. It is high time that we tackle this stigma around mental health issues in our society and start supporting each other.”

Afgan’s video is a reminder to stay vigilant and supportive of the people around you. In her caption, she reiterated the need to work together to create a more inclusive space for everyong: “Together, we can make a difference and foster a culture of understanding, empathy, and support.”

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