Listen "The Inequity of Asia’s Adolescence & Youth Mental Health Policies"
Episode Synopsis
According to WHO’s 2021 global report, one in seven 10-19 year-olds experiences a mental disorder, accounting for 13% of the global burden of disease in this age group. Depression, anxiety and behavioural disorders are among the leading causes of illness and disability among adolescents. Suicide is the fourth leading cause of death among 15-19 year-olds.Understanding Asia's holistic attitude to mental health from the lens of inner awareness and the need for introspection. Hear Hun Ming Kwang, spiritual teacher, master healer and mental health advocate reflect on key aspects of emotional, spiritual literacy as part of holistic mental health policy framing.
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