Raja Permaisuri Agong Calls on Society to Eradicate Stigma Surrounding Mental Health

2026-08-03

Raja Permaisuri Agong, Raja Zarith Sofiah, recently emphasized the importance of eradicating the social stigma surrounding mental health issues in Malaysia. Her Majesty expressed concern that many individuals still feel afraid or ashamed to seek professional help due to the fear of negative public perception.

According to Her Majesty, this stigma causes many patients to choose to remain silent and bottle up their problems alone. This situation is highly concerning as it can prevent individuals from receiving the early treatment that is crucial for restoring their mental health.

Her Majesty called on all Malaysians to be more attentive and show compassion toward those struggling with mental health issues. Support from family, friends, and the surrounding community is the key to helping patients return to living healthy and productive lives.

Furthermore, education regarding mental health needs to be improved at all levels of society. With a deeper understanding, the community will be more open to accepting and supporting individuals facing emotional challenges without any prejudice.

In conclusion, efforts to build a more compassionate society require the cooperation of all parties. By eliminating stigma, we can ensure that no one needs to feel isolated or afraid to seek mental health assistance in the future.