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A Florida teenager has withdrawn his lawsuit against Meta just days before trial, citing the stress of protracted proceedings. The move comes after securing settlements with YouTube, TikTok and Snapchat, but complicates the broader legal strategy against social media firms.
Most people offer friends patience and understanding they deny themselves. Understanding why requires examining childhood experiences and cultural conditioning that teach us to blame ourselves rather than accept human imperfection.
A psychiatrist testifying at the Zara Qairina Mahathir inquest in Kota Kinabalu has highlighted that the mother of the deceased required psychological intervention alongside the court's investigation into her death.
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has called for a coordinated, strategic approach to school safety, stressing that protecting students' physical and emotional wellbeing demands commitment from all stakeholders including parents, educators, and policymakers.
YouTube has appealed a Los Angeles jury verdict holding it and Meta liable for a young woman's social media addiction and mental health problems, marking a significant moment in tech regulation.
A comprehensive study reveals how parental phone addiction damages children's emotional development, creating insecure attachment patterns that can persist into adulthood. Experts warn the issue has received far less attention than children's own screen time.
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The Federation of Peninsular Malay Students has urged mandatory mental health screenings across all educational institutions, citing growing concerns over student mental wellness and recent violent incidents.
Malaysian experts urge integrated strategies combining reproductive health education, mental health support, and stronger family communication to tackle rising out-of-wedlock pregnancies among teenagers.
TikTok has reached a settlement with a Florida teenager alleging the platform caused mental health damage through addictive design features. The agreement leaves Meta and Snapchat as remaining defendants in a pivotal case that could shape thousands of similar lawsuits.
A California man is suing OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT exacerbated his bipolar disorder and led to a suicide attempt. The case highlights concerns about AI platforms' responsibility to protect users with mental health conditions.
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The fatal shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City has reignited debate over school safety in Southeast Asia, highlighting how unaddressed bullying, mental health concerns, and warning signs can escalate into tragedy.
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A psychiatrist told the Kota Kinabalu Coroner's Court that Zara Qairina Mahathir experienced significant emotional distress after a school incident, providing clinical insights into her mental state during the period before her death.
A 37-year-old unemployed man has been ordered by Sessions Court in Sepang to undergo psychiatric assessment following his guilty plea to insulting members of the Terengganu royal family through online postings.
The National Population and Family Development Board says fathers must evolve beyond traditional breadwinner roles to actively support their children's emotional well-being and education, with growing numbers seeking professional help.
Malaysia's Education Ministry is pressing schools to rapidly identify and support students showing mental health warning signs, following a recent secondary school tragedy in Negeri Sembilan.
Malaysia's mental health crisis threatens to impose an economic burden of RM25.3 billion by 2030 if intervention measures remain inadequate. Depression prevalence has doubled among adults since 2019, while one in four adolescents now experiences depression.
Luigi Mangione, accused of murdering health insurance chief executive Brian Thompson in Manhattan, has temporarily suspended his intention to present evidence of severe mental health distress during his trial, signalling a significant tactical adjustment in his legal defence.
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed deep condolences to the family of a Negeri Sembilan schoolgirl who died recently. The incident has renewed concerns about student safety and wellbeing in Malaysian schools.
Malaysia's Public Service Department has unveiled an ambitious five-year strategic plan to enhance mental health support for civil servants, featuring 12 strategies and 48 performance metrics aimed at destigmatising psychological services.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has conveyed condolences to the family of a Form Four student who died at a secondary school in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan. He urged restraint from spreading unverified information during police investigations.
A Maharashtra doctor has been arrested after his wife died by suicide less than two months after their wedding. Authorities allege the woman faced severe dowry harassment, surveillance, and physical abuse from her husband and in-laws.
Tan Sri Dr M. Mahadevan, the pioneering psychiatrist who shaped Malaysia's mental healthcare landscape over six decades, has passed away at 96 following heart and lung complications.