Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Psychological Disorders

Question:
Some measures suggested by WHO to prevent Suicides are?
a) limiting access to the means of suicide;
b) reporting of suicide by media in a responsible way;
c) bringing in alcohol-related policies;
d) early identification, treatment and care of people at risk;
e) training health workers in assessing and managing for suicide;
f) care for people who attempted suicide and providing community support.
Options:
a, b, c, e
b, c, d, e, f
a, b, c, d, e, f
a, c, d, f
Correct Answer:
a, b, c, d, e, f
Explanation:
Suicides are preventable. There is a need for comprehensive multi-sectoral approach where the government, media and civil society all play important role as stakeholders. Some measures suggested by WHO include: • limiting access to the means of suicide; • reporting of suicide by media in a responsible way; • bringing in alcohol-related policies; • early identification, treatment and care of people at risk; • training health workers in assessing and managing for suicide; • care for people who attempted suicide and providing community support.