Malaysian Conference Tackles Youth Mental Health Crisis

Ipoh Conference Highlights Growing Mental Health Crisis Among Malaysian Youth IPOH, Perak, Malaysia – A recent conference in Ipoh shed light on the alarming rise in mental health issues among children and adolescents in Perak. The event, "Mind in Bloom: Enhancing Child & Adolescent Wellbeing," brought together experts and officials to discuss the multifaceted causes and potential solutions. A. Sivanesan, Exco for Human Resources, Health, and other relevant portfolios, stated, "Masalah kesihatan mental dalam kalangan kanak-kanak dan remaja sering berpunca daripada pelbagai faktor yang saling berkait." (Mental health issues among children and teenagers often stem from various interconnected factors.) He cited family pressures, academic challenges, and excessive social media use as major contributors. The conference also highlighted the impact of trauma and undiagnosed neurodevelopmental disorders. Participants discussed strategies for early intervention and support systems for affected youth. The discussions will inform policy recommendations to be submitted to the Ministry of Health within ten days. The state government's commitment to addressing this critical issue signals a positive step toward creating a more supportive environment for young people's mental well-being.