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60% of Hong Kong student suicides involve children 15 or younger

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In Hong Kong, a significant portion of suspected student suicides, at least 60%, have involved children aged 15 or younger over the past three academic years. The Education Bureau reported that school principals have referred approximately 17 high-risk students monthly to the Hospital Authority since December 2023. These figures were shared with lawmakers, highlighting concerns about student well-being and the need for a balanced lifestyle, including managing homework loads. AI

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60% of Hong Kong student suicides involve children 15 or younger

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · William Yiu ·

    60% of Hong Kong’s suspected student suicides involved children aged 15 or below

    Hong Kong education authorities have revealed that at least 60 per cent of suspected student suicide cases in the last three academic years involved children aged 15 or below, urging schools to avoid giving excessive homework so pupils can lead a balanced lifestyle. The Education…

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