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Hong Kong youth suicides reach decade high amid 'virtual alienation' concerns

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Youth suicides in Hong Kong have reached a ten-year high, with 46 cases reported among individuals aged 10 to 19 in the past year. This marks a significant increase from the previous year's 34 cases. While overall suicide rates in Hong Kong have declined, the adolescent demographic stands out as an exception, prompting concerns about a trend of 'virtual alienation' among young people. AI

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Hong Kong youth suicides reach decade high amid 'virtual alienation' concerns

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Emily Hung ·

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