Problem 1:

In the year 2000 an estimated 815 000 people died from suicide around the world. This shows an annual global rate of 14.5 per 100 000 population. Explain, in detail the magnitude of this problem.

Problem 2:

Depression is a disorder of guilt, sadness, passivity, and hopelessness. The incidence of mood disorders has increased greatly throughout the world over the last fifty years.

Describe how depressive disorders can be treated.

Problem 3:

You are a young professional family counsellor. Shyam has taken an appointment with you for counselling. You already know that he is depressive and has survived two attempted suicide.

Show stepwise, how you would proceed with the counselling of that young person.