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Student jumps to her death
News, Sutthiwit Chayutworakan, Published on 13/09/2024
» A 17-year-old student fell to her death from the fourth floor of her school in Samut Prakan during lunch break on Wednesday. Police believe it was a case of suicide triggered by depression.
Ministry extends support to families
News, Mongkol Bangprapa & Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 31/01/2024
» The families of a 14-year-old schoolboy and the fellow student he allegedly fatally stabbed in Suan Luang district on Monday are under the care of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, minister Varawut Silpa-Archa said on Tuesday.
Cash boost for mental health
News, Post Reporters, Published on 28/01/2023
» The cabinet has approved a budget worth 686 million baht for the mental health service network development project to help alleviate a shortage in psychiatrists and psychotherapists.
Abhisit's father dies aged 87
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 19/01/2023
» Renowned neurologist Atthasit Vejjajiva, the father of former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva, died at 87 on Wednesday, according to Mr Abhisit.
BMA to conduct zoning review
News, Supoj Wancharoen, Published on 10/08/2022
» The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) will set up a panel to work with the Royal Thai Police to review zoning for restaurants, bars and entertainment venues in response to people's current lifestyle in terms of dining.
Head psychiatrist warns of pot use, calls for govt action
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 06/08/2022
» Psychiatrists are concerned that easier access to cannabis is putting people with mental health disorders at greater risk, said Dr Chawanan Charnsil, head of the Psychiatric Association of Thailand yesterday.
Cannabis use a recipe for road chaos
News, Sumet Ongkittikul, Saliltorn Thongmeensuk and Ratsameechan Saowakhon, Published on 03/08/2022
» The decriminalisation of cannabis, which took effect on June 9, has triggered wide debate across Thai society. While the bold policy aims at promoting the controversial plant for medical purposes, there are growing concerns over misuse, including driving under the influence of cannabis as well as underage consumption.
Local app gains global recognition
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/07/2022
» Burapha University in Chon Buri province has won awards for its virtual clinic platform for remote treatment of Covid-19 patients.
Young begin to be heard
News, Post Reporters, Published on 23/08/2020
» The youth-led protests began with three demands: House dissolution, amendment to the constitution and an end to the intimidation of state critics. Later, a 10-point proposal to reform the monarchy was announced at the Thammasat gathering on Aug 10, sparking yet more controversy in an already divided Thai political arena.
Internet driving children to violence: study
News, Penchan Charoensuthipan, Published on 13/08/2020
» Thai youths who spend most of the hours of their week on mobile phones and computers are at risk of developing violent behaviour and gaming addiction, a study shows.