Circle of Protection

To commemorate World Mental Health Day and World Suicide Prevention Day, SPIF is partnering with Instagram to foster a conversation on the mental health and well-being of adolescents and young adults.

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Kids are not alright

Some statistics to look at:

13000 +
students lost their lives to suicide in 2021.
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1 in 2 children in India has had Adverse Childhood Experiences.
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Only 41% of Indian Children were likely to seek help for mental health problems.

The campaign addresses the mental health crisis among teenagers and young adults. It seeks to foster a conversation on protective factors that help us engage in self-care and prioritize our mental health and well-being.

Protective factors can be:
Personal attributes, skills, and strengths.
Loved ones
Wider community

These form a circle of protection around us and keep us safe and secure

Themes of the Campaign

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ACE refers to Adverse Childhood Experiences that are experienced from the time we are born. It makes us vulnerable to mental health issues such as depression, substance use, and PTSD. We will be talking about how one can process, verbalize, and overcome the impact of trauma.

Everyone is increasingly reliant on technology for their day-to-day tasks. We talk about how one can set healthy boundaries with their internet and tech use and thereby manage its negative impact on well-being.

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Resources

If you or someone you know is experiencing distress, access the resources below now

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The campaign was built in partnership with Instagram

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Disclaimer

Resources created as part of the #CircleOfProtection campaign is researched and medically verified, however, they are NOT a substitute for medical advice.

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