mental health
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Fiji HR Leaders Tackle Four-Generation Workforce, Mental Health Concerns and Wage Pressures
Four generations share Fiji’s workplaces, even as mental health concerns and wage pressures rise. A recent HR convention urged leaders to modernise practices without discarding tradition. The message: adaptable HR policies could be the key to attracting and retaining talent in a changing economy.
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Fiji Sees Surge in Youth Mental Health Counselling Demand, Early Intervention Urged
Young people in Fiji are driving a surge in demand for mental health support, with teens and young adults reporting anxiety, depression, and stress from school, job prospects, finances, and social media pressures. Experts say early, youth-friendly interventions are essential to prevent issues from escalating and to protect education, work, and family life.
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St Giles Hospital in Fiji appeals for community support to reintegrate mental health patients and end decades-long stays
Recovery in mental health hinges on the support of families and communities, not just clinical care. Officials warn that without a welcoming home environment, even successful treatment can unravel, leaving patients stuck in limbo for years.
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Mental fitness ruling clears way for Fiji temple vandalism trial on July 28
A high-profile case in Suva moves closer to trial after a psychiatric assessment cleared the defendant to stand trial. With a late-July date set and new legal representation, the case over the Samabula temple incident continues to unfold, keeping the community watching.