Reducing Stigma Towards Individuals with Mental Health Conditions

29 Dr Wan Rizal asked the Minister for Health (a) how is the Ministry addressing the higher levels of stigma towards mental health conditions observed in specific demographics, such as in older adults or individuals with lower education levels; and (b) what targeted interventions are planned to support such groups.

30 Dr Wan Rizal asked the Minister for Health (a) how is the effectiveness of existing initiatives aimed at reducing stigma against individuals with mental health conditions being evaluated; and (b) what plans are in place to sustain the reduction of mental health stigma over the next five years.

Mr Ong Ye Kung: These questions have been addressed in oral reply to Parliamentary Question No 82 in the 7 January 2025 Sitting. [Please refer to "Improving Public Recognition of Mental Health Conditions", Official Report, 7 January 2025, Vol 95, Issue 148, Written Answers to Questions for Oral Answer not Answered by End of Question Time section.]