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Nilai semula tahap keselamatan anak-anak di sekolah

Nilai semula tahap keselamatan anak-anak di sekolah

DI sebuah sekolah di Melaka, seorang pelajar perempuan Tingkatan Tiga diperkosa bergilir-gilir oleh dua senior di dalam kelas yang sepatutnya ruang itu menjadi taman ilmu. Lebih menyayat hati, perbuatan jijik itu dirakam dan ditonton pula oleh rakan mereka. Pada detik itulah papan putih menjadi saksi ngeri, meja belajar menjadi lantai jenayah dan telefon bimbit bertukar ... Read more The post Nilai semula tahap keselamatan anak-anak di sekolah appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

‘Rise in school violence shows growing psychological crisis’

‘Rise in school violence shows growing psychological crisis’

PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s growing wave of school violence is not just a law enforcement issue, but also a psychological crisis in the making, fuelled by a generation struggling to navigate an overstimulated, hyperconnected world that is overwhelming their emotional growth, warned psychological services provider CPC International managing director and child clinical psychologist Dr Noor Aishah Rosli. She said today’s adolescents are developing in a different social and sensory environment that deeply shapes how they think, feel and respond to conflict or distress. “While most adolescents understand the difference between right and wrong, their ability to manage emotions and impulses is still developing. This makes them more prone to acting out in moments of stress or anger. “In the heat of the moment, emotions often override logic, so even if they understand the risks, they may act impulsively without realising the long-term impact.” She said several interconnected factors increase the risk of extreme behaviour, adding that one key issue lies in neurodevelopment as the prefrontal cortex, which governs decision-making, impulse control and planning, continues to mature well into the mid-20s. “As a result, teenagers may be capable of sophisticated planning but still struggle to regulate their emotions and control impulses. “Adolescence is a period of intense identity formation. Feelings of rejection, shame or confusion about one’s identity could easily become overwhelming, especially when combined with poor coping skills or limited emotional support.” She added that untreated mental health conditions, such as depression, conduct disorders, trauma, psychosis or severe ADHD, could further increase vulnerability. “Many young people never receive the professional care they need, leaving their distress to fester unchecked. “Prolonged social isolation, bullying and feelings of exclusion could also breed resentment and a sense of moral disengagement.” Noor Aishah added that when young people feel unseen or dehumanised, their ability to empathise weakens, creating space for anger and aggression to grow. Environmental factors also play a significant role. She warned that easy access to violent or extremist content online has made aggression seem more acceptable or even glorified. “When violence or revenge is repeatedly shown online, and even praised by peers, it could start to feel normal or justified. “Many adolescents spend hours watching or playing violent material, which could dull their sensitivity to real suffering.” However, she emphasised that not all children are affected in the same way. Those who have family support, emotional awareness and open communication are more likely to recognise that what they see online is not acceptable in real life. She said to prevent youth violence, early intervention in schools is critical. “Every school should have access to a trained psychologist or counsellor who could identify students showing early signs of distress, aggression or emotional difficulties. “Regular mental health screenings, wellbeing programmes and teacher training are essential to ensure potential warning signs are not missed. “Building a supportive school culture in which students feel heard, connected and cared for is the most effective way to prevent future acts of violence.” Noor Aishah said violence among youth rarely happens overnight. Instead, it grows when emotional pain, isolation and lack of support go unnoticed. Her message to parents, teachers and communities is simple yet powerful. “Listen early, connect deeply and respond with care. “Every child who feels seen and supported is one step further from choosing violence as a solution.”

Sinar baharu sukan orang pekak

Sinar baharu sukan orang pekak

SETELAH hampir empat dekad bergelut dalam ‘senyap’, komuniti sukan orang pekak akhirnya menemui sinar baharu selepas pengumuman kerajaan dalam Belanjawan 2026 meletakkan mereka di landasan lebih meyakinkan. Jika dahulu, komuniti itu tidak mendapat pengiktirafan sewajarnya, malah dana juga tidak mencukupi. Ibu bapa dan pihak persatuan terpaksa mencari penajaan bagi memastikan atlet beraksi di kejohanan antarabangsa. ... Read more The post Sinar baharu sukan orang pekak appeared first on Kosmo Digital .

Harimau Malaya buru penutup sempurna 2025

Harimau Malaya buru penutup sempurna 2025

PENGENDALI skuad kebangsaan, Peter Cklamovski bertekad memastikan Harimau Malaya menamatkan tahun 2025 dengan rekod tanpa kalah apabila menentang Nepal dalam aksi terakhir Kumpulan F Kelayakan Piala Asia 2027 di Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil (SNBJ) pada 18 November ini.Jurulatih kelahiran Australia itu menegaskan rentak positif yang dibina sejak awal tahun perlu diteruskan, sambil menuntut setiap pemain mengekalkan semangat juang dan disiplin tinggi apabila kembali ke kem latihan bulan depan."Kita kini menerajui kumpulan dan itu petanda baik buat pasukan. Saya bangga dengan kerja keras pemain setakat ini, namun misi kita belum selesai."Tiga mata menentang Nepal amat penting untuk menutup tahun ini tanpa kekalahan," katanya.Sejak mengambil alih tugas pada awal tahun, Cklamovski berjaya membimbing Malaysia mencatat enam kemenangan dan satu seri dalam tujuh perlawanan termasuk aksi persahabatan.Antara keputusan paling mencuri tumpuan termasuk kemenangan besar 4-0 ke atas Vietnam, menewaskan Palestin 1-0, Singapura 2-1 dua kemenangan bergaya ke atas Laos (3-0 dan 5-1), serta kejayaan mengatasi Nepal 2-0 dalam aksi pembukaan kumpulan.Satu-satunya keputusan seri hadir ketika menentang Cape Verde, pasukan yang sudah layak ke Piala Dunia 2026 apabila terikat 1-1, petunjuk jelas kemampuan skuad negara bersaing di pentas antarabangsa.Dalam pada itu, Cklamovski berkata tempoh hampir setahun bersama pasukan telah memperlihatkan peningkatan ketara dalam aspek taktikal dan disiplin pemain, selain pemahaman yang lebih mendalam terhadap falsafah permainan moden yang diterapkannya."Kami sedang membina asas kukuh untuk masa depan. Pemain semakin matang, semakin memahami cara kami mahu bermain."Ini bukan masa untuk berpuas hati tetapi masa untuk naik ke tahap seterusnya," tegas jurulatih berusia 46 tahun itu.

Isyarat bahaya buat kem beregu lelaki

Isyarat bahaya buat kem beregu lelaki

PETALING JAYA: Kekalahan serentak semua beregu lelaki negara di Terbuka Denmark menjadi isyarat bahaya kepada kem badminton Malaysia, sekali gus mencetus persoalan tentang tahap kestabilan dan persediaan mereka menjelang penghujung musim ini. Tiga gandingan di bawah naungan Persatuan Badminton Malaysia (BAM) iaitu Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, Choon Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal Nazri dan Arif Junaidi-Yap Roy ... Read more The post Isyarat bahaya buat kem beregu lelaki appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

Sukar julang Piala Dunia tanpa Bellingham, Foden, Grealish

Sukar julang Piala Dunia tanpa Bellingham, Foden, Grealish

LONDON: England tidak akan berpeluang untuk menjuarai Piala Dunia 2026 tanpa khidmat tiga tonggak utama iaitu Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden dan Jack Grealish. Pengurus England, Thomas Tuchel mengejutkan banyak pihak apabila tidak memanggil tiga pemain itu untuk aksi antarabangsa menentang Wales dan Latvia baru-baru ini. Dalam dua aksi berkenaan, England mencatat kemenangan meyakinkan 3-0 ke ... Read more The post Sukar julang Piala Dunia tanpa Bellingham, Foden, Grealish appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .

First witness to find Zara Qairina, outlines 3am routine at inquest

First witness to find Zara Qairina, outlines 3am routine at inquest

KOTA KINABALU : A senior student, who first found Zara Qairina Mahathir on the morning of July 16, told the Coroner’s Court today that her daily routine involved waking up early to do her laundry and collect water for bathing before preparing for dawn prayers. The 15th child witness, a student at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama Tun Datu Mustapha in Papar, was testifying on the 24th day of the inquest into Zara Qairina’s death before Coroner Amir Shah Amir Hassan. According to a summary of her testimony provided by lawyer Mohd Syarulnizam Mohd Salleh, who represents Zara Qairina’s mother, the witness sets an alarm for 3.00 am daily. On the morning of the incident, she reported hearing a sound like something falling before she got up, but was not sure what it was as she was still drowsy. “The witness said students are usually asleep at 3.00 am, though some do wake up early. She also told the court that she did not know Zara Qairina personally and had never spoken to her,” said Mohd Syarulnizam when briefing reporters after the proceedings. Meanwhile, lawyer Joan Goh, who represents one of the students in Zara Qairina’s bullying case, noted that the witness also testified she woke up early to avoid queuing for the washing machine later. The witness further testified that while going downstairs to the hostel’s ground floor to use the washing machine, she saw a student lying unconscious across the drain, but received no response when she called out to her. “The witness said she did not see any other students on the ground floor at the time. She then immediately went to the guard post to seek help from the hostel security guard, Linah Mansoding @ Jaliha,“ Goh said. In September, Linah testified that the senior student reported finding the victim while she was on duty that night. The student explained she had woken up early to wash clothes. Linah confirmed that the senior student was the first person to find the teenager unconscious on July 16. Goh added that during today’s proceedings, the witness also said she did not know Zara Qairina personally and was unaware of whether the victim had any conflicts with other students or was bullied by them. Meanwhile, lawyer Azhier Farhan Arisin, who represents four teenagers in Zara Qairina’s bullying case, provided a summary of the 16th child witness’s testimony. He said the witness had no knowledge of the victim being summoned and reprimanded by a senior student prior to being found unconscious. The witness testified that she would not necessarily be informed if a senior student met with a junior, despite her role as a hostel prefect. He said the witness described a pattern where senior students would frequently summon juniors to reprimand them, often using profanities and harsh language. The witness said she had personally advised against this behaviour, and that an ustazah (female religious teacher) at the school had also counselled the seniors to mind their speech and communicate respectfully. The witness further revealed that hostel wardens had previously shown a lack of diligence, including by failing to conduct dormitory inspections. It was only after the incident that wardens were seen patrolling every floor. The inquest proceedings will resume on Tuesday, Oct 21. Zara Qairina, 13, died on July 17 at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, where she had been admitted a day earlier after being found unconscious across a drain near her school hostel in Papar at 4 am. The AGC ordered her remains exhumed for a post-mortem on Aug 8, before announcing a formal inquest into her death on Aug 13. - Bernama

Blurred virtual-reality lines may fuel youth aggression, says expert

Blurred virtual-reality lines may fuel youth aggression, says expert

PETALING JAYA: A generation raised on screens and scrolling through emotion is increasingly struggling to distinguish between online fantasy and real-world consequences, a distortion that may be fuelling youth aggression, said Universiti Teknologi Mara Communication and Media Studies Faculty senior lecturer Dr Hamizah Sahharon. She said social media plays a powerful role in shaping how young people process conflict, rejection and distress, adding that algorithm-driven feeds amplify sensational and emotionally charged content that heightens impulsivity and blurs the line between expression and action. Citing a case at a school in Selangor, she said: “Police have confirmed that ‘emotional factors and social media influence’ may have contributed to a 14-year-old suspect’s actions and the note he left behind saying ‘Dunia ni palsu. Saya sudah menang’ (The world is fake. I have won).” “Such language reflects digital narratives that glorify despair, revenge or ‘winning’ through destruction. While social media is not the sole cause, it could act as an accelerant, magnifying loneliness, heartbreak and anger until they erupt offline,” she said. She urged a combination of digital literacy and emotional resilience education to help young people pause, reflect and seek help before acting impulsively. Hamizah said most young people can tell the difference between movie violence and real-life harm, but that ability is not equal across the board. “Studies show teens often dismiss violent scenes in cartoons or fantasy films as exaggerated and unrealistic, but they react more strongly to violence portrayed in realistic settings, such as dramas or news clips. “Those with higher empathy and media literacy are better at recognising the real-world consequences of violence, yet not all youths have these protective skills, and empathy alone does not fully shield them from its influence. “Repeated exposure could dull emotional responses and increase identification with violent characters, especially among those who have witnessed real-life aggression,” she said, adding that younger adolescents are particularly at risk as their cognitive and emotional maturity are still developing, making it harder to separate fiction from reality. Hamizah said algorithms on TikTok, YouTube and Instagram shape how young people perceive aggression and revenge. “They feed users more of the same attention-grabbing content, creating a cycle that normalises hostile behaviour,” she said, adding that research shows such algorithms often fail to protect minors, exposing vulnerable teens to up to 30% more problematic and 70% more distressing content than their peers, including revenge-themed and violent material. “Repeated exposure to violent media could shape real-world attitudes, increasing aggression among adolescents. Algorithms prioritise engagement, so content that provokes strong reactions spreads fastest, reinforcing harmful behaviour online and offline.” Hamizah said neuroscience research reveals that chronic exposure to violent media could disrupt brain regions responsible for emotion regulation and decision-making, leading to increased impulsivity. “Violence is becoming increasingly normal and even glamourised on social media and online entertainment. Violent videos spread quickly, making aggressive behaviour seem ordinary, while movies, music videos and even some pornography link violence to power and status. “This trend is shaping a generation more tolerant of aggression and desensitised to harm.”

‘Apa kami alami sekecil kuman berbanding penderitaan rakyat Gaza’

‘Apa kami alami sekecil kuman berbanding penderitaan rakyat Gaza’

PETALING JAYA: “Apa yang kami alami ketika ditahan tentera Zionis hanya sekecil kuman jika dibandingkan dengan penderitaan rakyat Palestin selama berpuluh tahun.” Demikian luahan seorang aktivis Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) Razali Awang yang berkongsikan pengalaman getir bersama 22 rakyat Malaysia ditahan tentera rejim Zionis pada 2 Oktober lalu. Katanya, dia yang ketika itu menaiki kapal ... Read more The post ‘Apa kami alami sekecil kuman berbanding penderitaan rakyat Gaza’ appeared first on Utusan Malaysia .