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Suicides in Hong Kong

A reseller has shared images of items going up for bidding, with many of the toys believed to have come from Oriental Trading Company Hong Kong Limited. Photo: Facebook/大福行夜冷

Hongkongers mourn closure of toy giant that helped make 75 years of memories

Closure comes to light as reseller reveals it is bidding on items from Oriental Trading Company Hong Kong that are up for grabs at warehouse.

Closure comes to light as reseller reveals it is bidding on items from Oriental Trading Company Hong Kong that are up for grabs at warehouse

Hong Kong schools need more diagnostic help in suicide prevention system: experts

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Suicide rate among Hong Kong girls under 15 increases by more than 7 times

Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention estimate rate for all ages was 13.6 deaths per 100,000 people in 2023.

The suicide rate for Hong Kong girls under 15 rose from 0.5 in 2022 to 4.2 last year. Photo: Shutterstock

Opinion | Let’s change the narrative on mental health in Hong Kong

Mental health issues are more common than some might think. Talking openly and reaching out to people around us who may be struggling can help.

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Editorial | Early action can help deter Hong Kong school suicides

A recent survey found 20 per cent of 1,600 city secondary school respondents had symptoms of anxiety and depression.

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280 Hong Kong pupils at high suicide risk sent to psychiatric services: minister

Less than half of primary and secondary schools have adopted new mental health charter, education chief Christine Choi says.

Authorities have launched a 4R Mental Health Charter that focuses on rest, relaxation, as well as building relationship skills and fostering resilience among pupils. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong education chief opens up about son’s suicide, vows to support youth

Christine Choi says incident left ‘big hole in her heart’, but religion, reading, and family and friends helped her to cope with son’s death.

Hong Kong couple jailed for 9 months over murder-suicide attempt with children

Judge says debt-ridden couple tried to burn charcoal three times in six hours while their two sons slept on November 5, 2021.

Hong Kong police detective believed to have killed himself with service pistol

Off-duty policeman found by hiker in New Territories trail at around 11.44am on Monday.

The police officer was pronounced dead at Yan Chai Hospital. Photo: K. Y. Cheng

Letters | 2 ways Hong Kong can build a healthy education system

Readers discuss curriculum changes that could tackle student stress, the importance of giving all children a chance to take parts in sports, and the screening process for sporting competitions.

Students take the DSE Chinese language exam at a school in Tai Po on April 11. Photo: Handout

Elderly Hong Kong couple found dead in suspected charcoal-burning suicide

Police find couple lying unconsciously in room with burned charcoal and suicide note.

Letters | How Hong Kong’s education system must change to prevent student suicides

Readers discuss the importance of social and emotional learning at school, a film that could help people better understand their emotions, and the importance of fairness in swimming selections.

Editorial | Educate Hong Kong’s schools on mental health issues

Emergency mechanism to help at-risk Hong Kong students should be reviewed to offer greater support and investigate the number of psychiatric referrals.

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There has been a worrying rise in the number of young people struggling with mental health problems. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong police officer dies in suspected suicide at marine division base

Officer, 51, found injured in changing room at Sai Wan Ho marine police base in afternoon; pronounced dead at the scene.

The incident occurred at the marine police base in Sai Wan Ho on Sunday. Photo: Bruce Yan

Rise in suicides among young Hongkongers sparks calls for more action

Many troubled youth avoid seeking help fearing stigma, labelling and causing parents concern.

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Mother’s Day tragedy as Hong Kong woman, son die in murder-suicide case

Woman, 58, believed to have burned charcoal to commit suicide with 32-year-old son at her Kwai Chung home on Mother’s Day, source says.

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Hong Kong should offer more training to embattled carers for elderly: advisory body

Dr Donald Li, chairman of Elderly Commission, also says promotion efforts must be ramped up to combat taboo against carers seeking outside help.

Experts have said the government currently lacks carer-centric policies. Photo: Shutterstock

Opinion | To reverse rising student suicides, deep education reforms are needed

The Education Bureau’s response to rising student suicides has been superficial at best. It must overhaul the system, starting with the homework policy. The government should also set up a student suicide prevention committee.

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Editorial | Murder-suicide cases show need to review Hong Kong welfare safety net

Carers from all sections of city society carry financial and psychological burdens, but official help seen to mainly target those from grass-roots families

Fans of late Hong Kong Cantopop, acting star Leslie Cheung gather to pay tribute

Flower bouquets line Mandarin Oriental hotel in Central, where 46-year-old singer who struggled with depression jumped to his death in 2003.

Fans lay flowers for Leslie Cheung outside the Mandarin Oriental in Central. Photo: Sam Tsang

Hong Kong lawmakers call for more support for carers to prevent burnout

Lawmaker Tik Chi-yuen says carer burden not related to socioeconomic status after suspected murder-suicide attempt in upscale neighbourhood.

A lawmaker has said that the stress and problems faced by carers are not related to their socioeconomic status. Photo: Shutterstock

Editorial | Link between clear air and fewer suicides is another reason to act

A study lends support to the argument that there is more to environmental protection than just physical health and economic benefits.

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Opinion | Gender inequality hurts men and boys too. Inclusion is everyone’s fight

From men’s reluctance to seek mental help to women’s low workforce participation, harmful gender-based social norms and unequal power dynamics hurt everyone. Men and boys must go beyond being supportive allies to taking shared ownership of the cause.

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Letters | Should Hong Kong taxpayers’ money be spent on monthly fireworks?

Readers discuss the city’s annual budget, the danger of scrapping property cooling measures, and how to take better care of caregivers.

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A crowd watches fireworks lighting up over Victoria Harbour on the second day of Lunar New Year on February 11. Photo: AP

Hong Kong experts urge government to set up database for elderly at suicide risk

Stronger support network needed for elderly taking care of family members despite being old, ill, health expert says.

Elderly resting in the park at Cheung Sha Wan. Experts have called for proactive measures to prevent suicides among the elderly. Photo: Jelly Tse

Hongkonger, 80, dies in alleged murder-suicide attempt in MTR toilet, wife survives

Shek Mun MTR staff find couple unconscious inside accessible toilet with their heads covered by plastic bags tied with strings.

Hong Kong church leaders call for culture of forgiveness in Christmas messages

Catholic Cardinal Stephen Chow says the rising numbers of young people engaging in self-destructive behaviour is the ‘most heartbreaking’ issue.

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Suicides in Hong Kong
WHERE TO GET HELP ● 24-hour Samaritans multi-lingual Suicide Prevention hotline: +852 2896 0000 ● 24-hour hotline at Suicide Prevention Services: +852 2382 0000 ● 24-hour hotline at Samaritan Befrienders Hong Kong: +852 2389 2222 ● Society for the Promotion of Hospice Care: +852 2868 1211 For other hotlines, refer to the Hong Kong Council of Social Service  
last updated:
9 September, 2024
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