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Secondary School Mental Illness Diagnoses Double in Four Years

4/15/2026

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Secondary school mental illness diagnoses doubled from 660 in 2020–21 to 1,330 in 2024–25.
Education authorities say the rise may be under-reported due to reluctance to disclose health information.
The Hong Kong Health Bureau reports 57% rise in bipolar disorder and 43% rise in depression among those aged 15–24.
Primary school diagnoses rose from 130 to 200, a 54% increase, with special educational needs students showing the highest rates.

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Secondary school mental illness diagnoses doubled from 660 in 2020–21 to 1,330 in 2024–25.
Education authorities say the rise may be under-reported due to reluctance to disclose health information.
The Hong Kong Health Bureau reports 57% rise in bipolar disorder and 43% rise in depression among those aged 15–24.
Primary school diagnoses rose from 130 to 200, a 54% increase, with special educational needs students showing the highest rates.