PETALING JAYA: Distress calls related to feelings of suicide have been on the rise since the government’s move to decriminalise suicide attempts, with more now open to seeking help, says the Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA).
Experts believe people’s mental health will improve as Malaysia heals from the Covid-19 pandemic. However, many will still need help as endemicity comes with its own challenges while others might still be recovering from the emotional and mental wounds of the past two years.
The Straits Times
Hazlin Hassan Malaysia Correspondent In Kuala Lumpur
PublishedJul 13, 2021, 5:00 am SGT
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