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• Unfortunately the suicide rate among youngster has increasing in Gujarat. • Earlier the age group read between15 to 29 but now it’s between 14 to 32. • Moreover, earlier suicide cases were reported after the exam results were declared. • Today, suicides are frequent even prior to exams. • • What are the changes that should be brought about to make a difference? • The education system needs to be changed from a ranking oriented system to a grading system. • Ranking unfortunately healthy competition and often leads to inferiority complex among students, which may be harmful at a later stage. • Moreover parents should recognise the aptitude of their children and accordingly channels their energies. • This can be improving a child’s self-esteem and confidence. Moreover children should develop coping skills. • • In what ways can we create awareness on this front? • Media can play a key role in spreading awareness. • Parents should also be encouraged to undergo counselling sessions so that
