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Mental distress cases mount

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July 31, 2025

The Ministry of Public Health has reported a surge in psychological distress among civilians affected by the border conflict, with nearly 200,000 people now living in temporary shelters across seven border provinces.

- APINYA WIPATAYOTIN

Ministry spokeswoman Trichada Srithada said 21,430 people in the border provinces of Ubon Ratchathani, Si Sa Ket, Surin, Buri Ram, Trat, Sa Kaeo, and Chanthaburi have undergone mental health screening by mental health crisis assessment and treatment teams (MCATT) and various other professionals.

Of those, 600 were found to be experiencing high levels of stress and 142 others were identified as being at risk of suicide. They have all received care and counselling.

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