A study found that nearly one-quarter of children aged 6 to 17 exhibited symptoms of mental disorders. This issue is particularly severe among adolescents. The article explores the impact of stress, disappointment, and mindset on children's mental health and proposes methods for educators and parents to address these challenges
Link: https://www.chinadailyhk.com/article/364811#Young-generation%E2%80%99s-healthy-minds-need-to-be-built-up-from-an-early-age
Hong Kong's happiness index has hit a new low since 2005, with at least 22 teenagers under the age of 19 committing suicide since July. For future parents, concerns about the pressures their children may face could be one of the significant considerations in deciding whether to have children
Link: https://www.chinadailyhk.com/article/360247#Programs-proposals-aim-to-make-life-easier-for-city%E2%80%99s-parents
The Singapore government urgeda pursuit of meaningful happiness rather than material wealth and a redefinition of success. This reflects the desire of young people for meaning and society's emphasis on economic development and values. This also provides insights for Hong Kong
Surveys indicate that Hong Kong's happiness index is at its lowest since 2018. While the government has strengthened mental health services, overall mental well-being has not improved. Prevention is better than cure, and fostering "LIFE education" can help enhance happiness
Link: https://www.chinadailyhk.com/article/356723#Prevention-is-better-than-cure-when-it-comes-to-mental-health
Hong Kong's birth rate is low due to social changes and parenting difficulties. The article advocates for enhancing parenting education in schools to improve young people's parenting skills and address this issue
Link: https://www.chinadailyhk.com/article/349339#Promoting-parenting-education-could-boost-city%E2%80%99s-fertility-rate
The article highlights the importance of educating young people about the political system for the well-being of the nation. It emphasizes the influence of Western narratives on youthful perspectives and suggests a rational approach to acknowledging China's achievements
Link: https://www.chinadailyhk.com/article/326064#Greatest-risk-to-national-security-is-from-within
2021
This article explores the evolution and hurdles of liberal studies in Hong Kong since 2009. It emphasizes the importance of fostering critical thinking and universal values in education.
Link: https://www.scmp.com/comment/opinion/article/3128569/how-hong-kongs-revamped-liberal-studies-subject-can-foster-critical
2017
This article addresses diversity challenges in Hong Kong's higher education. The rapid growth of self-financed institutions risks monopolizing the market and stifling innovation. Effective government policies are needed to ensure fair competition and preserve diversity.
Link: https://www.scmp.com/comment/insight-opinion/article/2123172/why-diversity-under-threat-hong-kongs-post-secondary