Aamir Khan's daughter, Ira Khan, has been actively involved in raising awareness about mental health. She has candidly shared her own journey with depression through videos on her social media platforms. On World Suicide Prevention Day, her mental health foundation, Agastu, is organizing an awareness drive in Mumbai. Ira emphasizes the importance of discussing suicide openly, stating, "People are often afraid to talk about suicide because death is a frightening concept, and that's understandable." ALSO READ | Aamir Khan’s Daughter Ira Khan Shares Details About Her Battle With Depression, Post Parents’ Divorce; Says, ‘Stopped Eating Food For 4 Days’
She further says, "that's precisely why we should start talking about it. When you comprehend its meaning and realize that you can take action, you understand that it doesn't happen without warning signs. There is a stigma, but there is also a lack of knowledge." Check outWatch the video for more details. ALSO READ | Aamir Khan’s Daughter Ira Khan Takes An Auto Ride In Mumbai! Irked Netizens Call It Publicity Stunt-WATCH
Ira Khan has openly discussed her struggle with clinical depression, clarified that she never experienced thoughts that pushed her to a point of no return. She emphasized that many people wrongly assume that only those with mental health issues have suicidal thoughts, which is not accurate. She explained that various factors can contribute to such feelings, and it's a complex issue. She also highlighted that individuals without mental illnesses can still feel incredibly isolated. According to Ira, finding something that instills hope is crucial in life.
Ira Khan is daughter to Aamir Khan and his first wife Reena Dutta.She has recently introduced the Agastu Foundation, a new initiative dedicated to providing mental health support. Notably, her parents, Aamir and Reena Dutta, are actively involved as members of the organization's advisory board.
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