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Malaysia's Ministry of Health plans to complete its workplace mental health policy draft by September or October following stakeholder consultations. The initiative aims to create safer, more supportive working environments across the nation.
A grassroots movement in Indonesia sees thousands of burnt-out workers gathering weekly to play traditional children's games as a remedy for stress, burnout, and mental fatigue in rapidly urbanising cities.
Lee Zii Jia credits physiotherapist Victoria Gao with sustaining his will to return to competitive badminton after two injury-plagued years. The Malaysian shuttler revealed her motivational words at last year's China Masters proved pivotal during his darkest moments.
We readily offer compassion to struggling friends yet withhold it from ourselves. Understanding this paradox—rooted in childhood experiences and psychological defence mechanisms—can help us develop healthier self-relationships.
A High Court in Shah Alam has acquitted a woman of murdering her neighbour, finding she was mentally unfit when the incident occurred. She has been committed to Hospital Bahagia for psychiatric care.
A psychiatrist testifying at the Kota Kinabalu coroner's court highlighted the psychological toll on Noraidah Lamat, mother of Zara Qairina Mahathir, during the inquest into her daughter's death.
YouTube has appealed a landmark Los Angeles court verdict that found the platform's design features substantially contributed to a young woman's social media addiction and mental health deterioration, following Meta's similar appeal filing.
Lee Zii Jia has pledged to persist in professional badminton despite enduring significant challenges including injuries and self-doubt. The Olympic bronze medallist expressed gratitude to supporters who backed him during his toughest period.
A major Australian health report warns that chronic and mental illnesses now affect the majority of the population, with dementia emerging as the nation's leading cause of death and youth mental health declining sharply.
Mental health professionals in Malaysia are pushing for greater understanding of hoarding disorder, a recognised psychiatric condition affecting millions worldwide. They warn that stigma and misconceptions prevent sufferers from seeking help.
A comprehensive study reveals that parents' excessive phone use undermines their emotional bonds with children, causing insecure attachment patterns that persist into adulthood and affecting children's confidence and relationships.
Malaysia's student federation is urging schools to implement compulsory mental health assessments and strengthen counselling services following a stabbing at a Banting secondary school, highlighting concerns about rising emotional distress among students.
Malaysia's education authorities are being urged to develop a comprehensive National School Safety Master Plan to address escalating violence in schools, involving coordinated efforts across government, security, mental health, and community sectors.
Malaysia's upcoming state elections in Johor and Negri Sembilan will heighten anxiety among candidates and voters alike. Election-related stress can trigger physical health problems and strain relationships, though Malaysian society typically heals quickly after voting.
Malaysia's Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development has initiated an 18-month national study to advance men's empowerment, focusing on mental resilience, family responsibility and gender equality.
TikTok has settled a landmark case brought by a Florida teenager claiming the platform's design features caused severe mental health problems including anxiety and depression. The agreement leaves Meta and Snapchat defending against similar allegations.
A California man has filed suit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging that ChatGPT failed to protect users with mental health conditions and instead amplified his bipolar delusions, culminating in a suicide attempt.
TikTok has agreed in principle to settle a lawsuit filed by a Florida teenager who alleged the platform's addictive design harmed his mental health. The settlement marks another milestone in a sweeping wave of litigation challenging social media companies over youth addiction and safety.
An abandoned plot behind 1Razak Mansion in Kuala Lumpur has been transformed into a thriving community food forest, offering physical exercise, mental health benefits, and cost savings for the residential complex's predominantly senior population.
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A Dungun man facing grievous hurt charges for allegedly attacking his elderly grandmother with a hammer has been directed to undergo psychiatric assessment by the Sessions Court in Kuala Terengganu.
A Sessions Court in Kuala Terengganu has ordered psychiatric evaluation for a 25-year-old man facing charges of causing severe injuries to his grandmother using a hammer.
A leading psychiatrist has raised alarm over a growing epidemic of depression affecting Malaysian children and adolescents, with escalating risks of self-harm and suicide among vulnerable youth populations.
Malaysia's National Population and Family Development Board calls for fathers to expand their involvement in children's emotional care and education, moving beyond traditional breadwinner roles to become active agents in family resilience.