Singapore News - In a lawsuit seeking an estimated $3.3 million in damages, the parents of a 31-year-old man who took his own life have accused two psychiatrists of being negligent in treating their son, which they say led to his suicide. Mr Steven Joseph Arokiasamy, 67, and Madam Tan Kin... Read more at www.tnp.sg
Singapore News - Six people were charged with murder in 2022, including two in November, in a year which saw a dip in family violence cases. The murder cases involved accused individuals who are related to or were acquaintances of the victims. The alleged killers include 48-year-old Xavier... Read more at www.tnp.sg
SINGAPORE - Sandy (not her real name) began self-harming when she was in Secondary 1 and was referred to the school counsellor after a teacher saw her scars. Promised confidentiality, Sandy shared her feelings and the issues she was facing with the counsellor. To her dismay, her parents were informed about what she had confided to her counsellor. Her parents...
Singapore News - Sarah (not her real name), 14, was an average student with a reputation for being snobbish and a show-off. She was not liked and, after a while, a group of five vocal classmates began bullying her, calling her names and using vulgarities. They spread rumours about... Read more at www.tnp.sg
Singapore News - The National Care Hotline (NCH), which provides assistance to people who experience emotional distress related to the Covid-19 pandemic, will cease to operate from Dec 31 owing to a decrease in calls received. The hotline –
Singapore News - The father of a 31-year-old debater who took his own life after allegations of sexual misconduct against him were made public, has sued the Debate Association (Singapore), claiming that its “wrongful” actions caused the death of his son. Mr Lucas Li, a prominent member... Read more at www.tnp.sg