The National Health and Morbidity Survey 2023 found one in six Malaysian children is affected by mental health disorder. — Stock picKUALA LUMPUR, June 14 — The prevalence of mental health problems amongst children continues to be a concerning issue in Malaysia.
According to him, in most cases, people need a pair of ears to let go of their emotions and problems.“Lay counsellors who have yet to be registered can be trained to be the first responders to talk to help seekers and assist them. According to See Tho, there are rising community crises such as child abuse, domestic violence, rising divorce rates, baby dumping and paedophilia that require proper intervention.
Better Dads Malaysia advisor and co-founder Jason Leong talks about the importance of having more trained counsellors in Malaysia. — Picture by Choo Choy MayBetter Dads Malaysia, a non-profit organisation, was set up in 2019 to lead a national movement for fathers in Malaysia. “Just as much as a mother’s presence is important for the child’s development, fathers must engage and spend time with their children.
Better Dads Malaysia has been working closely with the National Population and Family Development Board as well as the Women, Family and Community Development Ministry to roll out various programmes namely, I Can fathering workshop and parent-child bonding activities in Klang Valley and other cities.