More support for youth mental health

Community outreach: Nancy (centre) taking a photo with the participants of the Family Captain Camp organised in conjunction with Fathers Day by LPPKN at Damai Escape Park in Santubong, Sarawak. — Bernama

KUCHING: The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry is taking a more aggressive stance in tackling youth mental health issues by rolling out a series of early intervention initiatives, including mobile counselling services and local community support centres.

Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said she is concerned about the rising cases of mental health struggles among young people and is committed to providing accessible support through programmes that involve collaboration with parents, schools and community organisations.