Exploring Adolescent Perceptions of Suicide: A Case Study of a High School in Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Nepal

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Suicide among adolescent is a major global public health concern, with Nepal facing its own challenges in addressing this issue.This article looks into how adolescent students in Nepal view suicide and sheds light on the cultural and social factors influencing their perspectives.It draws from a study conducted at a high school in Kathmandu.The research explores different aspects of how teenagers perceive suicide, including what causes they think are justified, related social stigma, and help-seeking behaviours.The findings reveal insightful understandings of how Nepalese teenagers view suicide and its causes.This provides valuable groundwork for customizing suicide prevention strategies to the local context.Additionally, the article discusses the implications of these findings for mental health interventions.It also highlights the need for more research and awareness initiatives to address suicide among Nepalese youth.