One in 20 Indonesian Adolescents Experiences a Mental Disorder, Government Encourages Access to PIK-R and GenRE Forums
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Adolescent mental health in Indonesia has once again become a concern for the government. Minister of Population and Family Development, Wihaji, stated that one in three Indonesian adolescents has mental health problems. In addition, one in 20 Indonesian adolescents has experienced a mental disorder in the past 12 months.
To address this issue, the government is calling for adolescents to gain access to the Youth Information and Counseling Centers (PIK-R) and the Planned Generation Forums (GenRE). Both services are expected to help adolescents obtain information, support, and appropriate counseling. With easier access, adolescents are expected to receive help more quickly when facing stress or psychological problems.
Mental health problems in adolescents do need serious attention. Adolescence is an important period in a person's emotional and social development. If not handled properly, this condition can affect education, relationships with family and friends, and the future of adolescents.
These data show that adolescent mental health must not be ignored. Families, schools, and communities are also expected to play a role in creating a supportive environment. In this way, adolescents can grow into a generation that is healthy both physically and mentally.
Sources: Balipuspanews.com
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