THANAL, a Suicide Prevention Centre, a non-governmental, charitable organization based in Kozhikode, was formed in the year 2001 by the Calicut chapter of the Indian Medical Association. DR. PN Sureshkumar, an eminent psychiatrist and Professor of Psychiatry in KMCT Medical College is the Chairman and Dr.A K Abdul Khader, Professor and Head of the Department of Pulmonology, KMCT Medical College is the Secretary and Dr.M.G. Vijayakumar is our Treasurer.
Since its inception, THANAL has been, apart from providing emotional support to thousands of disturbed minds, striving to create awareness among the various sections of the society about suicides and suicide prevention. We value giving a person the opportunity to explore feelings which can cause distress, the importance of being listened to, in confidence, anonymously, without prejudice and we value that a person has the fundamental decision about their own life.
Through our centre at Kozhikode we provide ventilation facility for the emotionally stressed and disturbed individuals i.e. the individuals can visit, phone and write to us about their problems and trained volunteers help them reduce the stress from 10 am to 6 pm 7 days a week.
Services Offered
Public Awareness Programs-Suicide Helpline and Advocacy- Community Mental Health Awareness
Fees and Payment
Not for Profit
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Languages: English Hindi Kerala
Payment: Sliding Scale
Online Counseling: Yes
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