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Tragic Suicides of Indonesian Children Spark Mental Health Crisis Call

2/18/2026

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Three Indonesian children died by suspected suicide, prompting advocates to urge focus on youth mental health, especially in remote areas.
On February 12, 2025, two girls aged 14 and 12 were found dead in East Kalimantan and Central Java, and police ruled out foul play.
On January 29, 2025, a 10-year-old boy in East Nusa Tenggara was found dead, with advocates citing welfare program gaps reaching vulnerable families.

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Three Indonesian children died by suspected suicide, prompting advocates to urge focus on youth mental health, especially in remote areas.
On February 12, 2025, two girls aged 14 and 12 were found dead in East Kalimantan and Central Java, and police ruled out foul play.
On January 29, 2025, a 10-year-old boy in East Nusa Tenggara was found dead, with advocates citing welfare program gaps reaching vulnerable families.