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Singapore Launches 24/7 Mental Health Helpline for Youth

4/20/2026

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Story summary

Singapore's national mindline 1771 is a 24-hour mental health helpline and textline launched by the Ministry of Health in June 2025.
Trained counsellors from the Institute of Mental Health handle calls and messages, offering guidance and coping strategies.
Many young help-seekers express concerns about bullying, exam stress, and parental expectations.
The service provides a non-judgmental space for sharing worries and directs callers to resources when needed.

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Story summary

Singapore's national mindline 1771 is a 24-hour mental health helpline and textline launched by the Ministry of Health in June 2025.
Trained counsellors from the Institute of Mental Health handle calls and messages, offering guidance and coping strategies.
Many young help-seekers express concerns about bullying, exam stress, and parental expectations.
The service provides a non-judgmental space for sharing worries and directs callers to resources when needed.