Join us for a thought-provoking episode of "before-the-crowd" as we delve into a critical and sensitive topic affecting our beloved Zambia. In this episode, we discuss the alarming trend of suicide among our youth and seek to understand the factors that contribute to such extreme actions. In a recent incident that shook our community, Moses Sichone's attempt to take his own life by climbing a tower at Mkandawire Combined School prompted us to take a closer look at the underlying issues that lead to such desperate decisions. We explore the emotional impact of shattered dreams, such as Moses' disqualification from military recruitment due to his age. Our expert guest, [Juanita aka panda bear🐼], sheds light on the various societal pressures, academic stress, and personal challenges that our youth face, which can push them to such drastic measures. We discuss the need for mental health education, awareness, and accessible counseling services to create a supportive environment that can prevent such tragedies. Tune in to this eye-opening episode on [https://anchor.fm/downat14 https://www.spreaker.com/show/5754864 https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuc3ByZWFrZXIuY29tL3Nob3cvNTc1NDg2NC9lcGlzb2Rlcy9mZWVk https://iheart.com/podcast/106760591 https://open.spotify.com/show/7CjhD3zR0JcIAuadd7iCme https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/before-the-crowd/id1669474043 https://deezer.page.link/NNCXFTZw9SxYbY8x5 https://music.amazon.co.uk/podcasts/b3abbfda-853c-4322-87a4-4b6683f98192/before-the-crowd https://www.podbean.com/pa/dir-5jrv2-2999a6 https://www.youtube.com/@downat14] and discover how we can collectively make a difference. Remember, your voice has the power to spark change and offer hope to those who need it most. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/downat14/message