KUCHING, Aug. 25 -- Sarawak will be introducing a new policy to address growing mental health concerns in society, Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said.

Dr Sim, who is also Minister of Public Health, Housing and Local Government, said such a policy is necessary as mental health is no longer just a health matter but a social issue that requires collaboration from all parties.

"Mental health is actually very difficult to measure because almost everyone in the world has some form of mental health challenge, but what makes the difference is how we deal with it.

"I will be discussing this matter with the Premier and my cabinet colleagues. We will also be engaging professionals and stakeholders to see how support systems and polici...