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What can parents do amid the rising number of children with suicidal thoughts?
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Some youth may hesitate to seek help if it requires parental consent as they fear how their parents may react.
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SINGAPORE – Parents who find out their child is dealing with suicidal thoughts often grapple with intense emotions like guilt and anxiety, said counsellors and social workers.
Dr Geraldine Tan, a psychologist from The Therapy Room, said parents should try to stay calm and listen actively to their child, while not downplaying the situation or assuming that their child is just seeking attention.
