by Haneen Dajani
Source: http://www.thenational.ae
ABU DHABI // Teenagers increasingly are experiencing suicidal thoughts because of poor body image, a result of greater exposure to international media, experts said yesterday.
During a conference held in the capital and attended by members of the health, education and police sectors, officials agreed that eating disorders, learning disabilities and study pressure are the main factors behind suicidal intentions for young people.
At the same time, depression and stressful professions remain high factors for society in general.
Solving these issues is complicated by a shortage of psychologists and a lack of insurance coverage for psychiatric treatment.
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