AASRA

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AASRA

AASRA (/ˈɑːsrə/) is a non-profit organization that provides mental health support to individuals in distress, particularly those contemplating suicide. The organization operates a 24/7 helpline and offers emotional support to those who are depressed, distressed, or suicidal.

Etymology

The term "AASRA" is derived from the Hindi word "आसरा" which translates to "support" or "shelter" in English. The organization was named AASRA to signify its role as a support system for individuals in distress.

Function

AASRA provides emotional support to individuals who are in distress, particularly those contemplating suicide. The organization operates a 24/7 helpline that is staffed by trained volunteers. These volunteers provide emotional support, offer resources for mental health treatment, and help callers find hope in their situations.

Related Terms

  • Mental Health: A state of well-being in which an individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.
  • Suicide: The act of intentionally causing one's own death.
  • Non-profit Organization: An organization that uses its surplus revenues to further achieve its purpose or mission, rather than distributing its surplus income to the organization's directors (or equivalents) as profit or dividends.
  • Helpline: A telephone service offering help to those who call. Helplines are primarily for crisis intervention and counseling, and they provide information and referrals to other community resources.

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