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In an effort to combat the rising number of suicide cases, particularly among young people, the state capital of Wiesbaden is taking significant steps to promote mental health and provide support for those in need.
On September 10th, Wiesbaden will participate in the nationwide action day for World Suicide Prevention Day. This day aims to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues, encouraging those struggling to seek help.
Further offers for individuals aged 18 and above are available through the Social Psychiatric Service (SpDi) and the Coordination of Community Psychiatry at the Health Department of Wiesbaden. These services offer accessible, local support, providing counseling, outpatient care, and coordination with other healthcare and social services to ensure timely and appropriate assistance in the community.
The psychosocial centers in Wiesbaden's districts like Mitte, Süd, and Ost, are key resources in this endeavour. The Psychosocial Center Mitte, located at Scharnhorststraße 24, can be reached at (0611) 4505329 or through their website psz-mitte.de. The Psychosocial Center Süd, situated at Stettiner Straße 2a, can be reached at (0611) 690703 or through their website psz-sued.de. The Psychosocial Center Ost, found at Kaiser-Friedrich-Ring 88, can be contacted at (0611) 505894444 or through their website psz-pskb.evim.de.
Education about suicide is crucial in lowering the barrier to seeking help. Numerous self-help groups offer specific services for those affected and their relatives facing psychological challenges. Interested individuals can contact the self-help contact point of the Wiesbaden Health Department at Phone (0611) 313777 or ourwebsite.de.
People with invisible disabilities, such as autism, ADHD, depression, FASD, or chronic neurological disorders, are often at particular risk. It is essential to ensure that these individuals receive the support they need.
In cases of a mental crisis or if concerned about someone, anonymous help can be found at 0800 1110111 or 0800 1110222, telefonseelsorge.de.
The World Health Organization (WHO) demands that suicide prevention be understood as a societal task. Low-threshold support services, retreat spaces, psychosocial services, understandable information, and inclusion in daily life can provide relief.
The Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy of the HELIOS Dr. Horst Schmidt Clinics, located at Ludwig-Erhard-Straße 100, 65199 Wiesbaden, can be reached at (0611) 430. For further assistance, citizens can contact the responsible department or office of the State Capital Wiesbaden with any questions.
In 2023, over 10,000 people died by suicide in Germany, making it a leading cause of death in many age groups. It is crucial that we continue to work together to support those in need and create a more inclusive and understanding society.
For press inquiries, please contact the Press Office of the State Capital Wiesbaden at Schlossplatz 6, 65183 Wiesbaden, pressoffice.ourwebsite.de.
