Put your seatbelt on! - UNICEF Hungary launches a podcast and video series with the support of Magyar Suzuki

UNICEF Hungary is launching a six-part miniseries titled Put your seatbelt on! Seatbelt for Children's Mental Health. This six-part miniseries aims to address the pressing challenges faced by parents and families of young children and adolescents today. The discussions within the series will delve into critical topics such as the mental well-being of young individuals, addiction, substance use, online dangers, internet addiction, peer bullying, adolescent apathy, and strategies for bridging generational gaps through open and trusting communication.

International UNICEF surveys have revealed that one in seven adolescents worldwide grapples with mental illness, with the issue affecting one in five young people in Hungary. Shockingly, in Eastern Europe, Central Asia, North America, and Western Europe, suicide stands as the second leading cause of death among 15-19-year-olds. Over 90% of youth suicides are connected to psychiatric disorders, and many affected individuals do not receive timely professional assistance.
For the past six years, Magyar Suzuki has been a supporter of UNICEF's child protection initiatives. This year, as the primary sponsor of the "Put your seatbelt on" series, Magyar Suzuki is extending its support as a "seatbelt" for the mental health of children and young people.
" It is everyone's responsibility to shape the kind of adults we are nurturing and the quality of tools we provide in a world filled with daily challenges. The mental health and emotional well-being of children significantly impact all our lives, from their performance and social relationships to their overall coping abilities, ultimately shaping the development of society as a whole. It is our shared responsibility to prioritize their well-being and offer support to the younger generations," said Zsuzsanna Bonnár-Csonka, Head of Corporate Communications at Magyar Suzuki Corporation.