Explain why suicide among young women is increasing in Indian society.
1. NCRB data show rising suicides among
NCRB data show rising suicides among young women, concentrated in the 18-30 age group, driven by social and psychological factors.
2. Patriarchal norms
Patriarchal norms, early marriage, dowry harassment and domestic violence create chronic stress and helplessness.
3. Marriage-related triggers
Marriage-related triggers, dowry disputes, marital discord and in-law conflicts, dominate suicides of young married women.
4. Education and employment pressure
Education and employment pressure, exam stress and unfulfilled aspirations add to distress among single women.
5. Social media comparison
Social media comparison, cyberbullying and body-image pressure intensify anxiety, isolation and low self-worth.
6. Mental health stigma and scarce counselling
Mental health stigma and scarce counselling services deter women from seeking timely help.
7. Honour killings
Honour killings, sexual harassment and violence reflect deep-rooted gender discrimination underlying suicides.
8. Weak support systems
Weak support systems, few helplines, shelters and responsive policing, leave women without safety nets.
9. Way forward: gender sensitisation
Way forward: gender sensitisation, mental health services like Tele-MANAS, helplines and stronger enforcement of women’s laws.
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