Our young people are in trouble
https://www.thestar.com.my/opinion/columnists/2023/06/04/our-young-people-are-in-troubleOriginally published on 4 June, I withheld publishing it on reddit as a protest.
THE National Health and Morbidity Survey 2022 has brought to light alarming trends affecting Malaysian teenagers.
Suicidal thoughts, verbal and physical abuse within homes, and bullying and cyberbullying have emerged as critical issues affecting the well-being of our youth.
The prevalence of suicidal thoughts among teenagers especially demands urgent attention from all of society. We need to prioritise mental health support and destigmatise seeking help. (OP's note: attempted suicide has since been decriminalised)
Comments 2