This morning, two alleged suicide attempts were made in Toa Payoh within a span of 4 minutes. According to Zaobao, at about 6:43am today, a 24-year-old woman was spotted standing outside the corridor on the 6th floor of Blk 81A along Toa Payoh Lor 4.
Fortunately, she was arrested by the police under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) Act and is now receiving treatment in a hospital.
Four minutes later, at 6:47am, another suicide attempt allegedly occurred.
This time, it took place just 700 metres away, at Blk 100 along Toa Payoh Lor 1.
According to an eyewitness, a man had jumped down from the window of his flat from the 5th floor.
The police said it’s a 58-year-old man, and he was pronounced dead by a paramedic on the spot. They’re now investigating the case.
It should, however, be noted that it’s not yet confirmed whether the man has committed suicide or he has accidentally fallen from his house.
More Help for People During COVID-19 Period
It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 is affecting the mental health of more people, and last month, experts said that “more cases of anxiety and depression can be expected in the coming months.”
The Ministry of Social and Family Development chief psychologist Vivienne Ng has this advice: “If you find yourself not able to function daily – having a poor appetite, or being unable to sleep properly, concentrate, low mood, for instance – please seek help early from a mental health practitioner.”
Singapore has also launched the National Care hotline since April to provide emotional and psychological support to those facing difficulties during the pandemic. The number is 1800-202-6868.
For other help, these are the contacts that might come in handy:
Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444
Institute of Mental Health’s Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222
Silver Ribbon Singapore: 6385-3714
Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019
Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788
SOS Care Text service is available through Facebook Messenger on the SOS official Facebook page
Read Also: Founder BKT Allegedly Opening New Outlet in Chengdu, China, As Travel Between 2 Countries Looks to Open Up
Advertisements
Enjoyed this article because it’s both informative and entertaining? If so, you should download the Goody Feed app so that you won’t miss out on any articles, as there are app-exclusive contents as well! Also, join our Telegram channel if you use Telegram often!
Latest & Popular Articles You Must Not Miss:
A 34YO “old-virgin” S’porean was desperately looking for a boyfriend and surprisingly, she really found one online. But the intentions of the man will make you cry. Prepare tissue paper to watch this video based on real events:
Advertisements
Advertisements
Our Most Popular Videos You Must Not Miss: 
Advertisements
