More resources to be placed for students needing mental health help, says Khairy


KUALA LUMPUR (Bernama): Malaysia will place more resources and efforts to provide the necessary intervention to help students who need mental health assistance, especially through using technology tools that may be more familiar for a digitally-native generation, says Khairy Jamaluddin.

The Health Minister said adequate mental support should be given to school children as the Covid-19 pandemic and school closures have had a significant effect on their mental health.

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