PETALING JAYA: The government should include a stress management module in the school curriculum in view of the high number of children struggling with mental health issues, says Befrienders.
Befrienders Kuala Lumpur patron Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye said the issue warranted appropriate action, as the National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019 showed that 424,000 children were struggling with mental health issues.
He said children must be equipped with problem-solving skills as well as skills to manage stress efficiently, apart from helping build resilience.“Teaching staff can help make school a safer place by keeping an eye on any bullying incident.”“It is time for us to acknowledge the importance of mental health for both adults and children,” he said.“All these can make them feel stressful or anxious.He said parents should also play a significant role in ensuring their children’s mental well-being.
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