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Jakarta 4 weeks ago
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Teen’s death on commuter train track stirs calls for transit safety
Calls grow for installations of train platform barriers to prevent passengers from falling onto the tracks, following the recent death of a teenager who was struck by a commuter train in South Tangerang, Banten.
Society 1 month ago
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Intern doctor’s death renews concerns over workload and supervision
Since the start of the year, at least eight deaths involving intern and resident doctors have been reported across Indonesia, raising concerns over the health risks and pressures faced by young medical professionals.
Archipelago 1 month ago
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Army said recruit died of suicide, N. Sumatra family demands investigation
There were no signs of violence on the body of 21-year-old recruit Genial Gavensi Gulo, who was found dead hanging during basic training at the Military Command (Kodam) I/Bukit Barisan’s Main Regiment (Rindam) in Pematangsiantar city, North Sumatra.
Society 1 month ago
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Gen-Zers turn to AI for mental health support despite validity, privacy risks
Six of 10 surveyed Generation-Zers in Indonesia said they have used artificial intelligence platforms to confide about personal issues and discuss sensitive topics such as mental health, a recent survey has found.
Archipelago 2 months ago
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Police probe doctor's alleged suicide amid claims of intimidation by DPRD members
Victor said the incident had a severe impact on Eliza’s mental health, after which she became withdrawn, quiet and increasingly fearful. According to the family, she was later diagnosed with severe depression by a psychiatrist and admitted to Leona Hospital for intensive psychiatric care on June 15.
Society 5 months ago
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‘I Must Die’ billboards trigger backlash over suicide messaging
Promotional billboards for the horror film “Aku Harus Mati” (I Must Die) have drawn widespread criticism over concerns that they could encourage suicidal ideation, particularly among vulnerable groups such as children, amid rising mental health issues among the country’s youth.
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