Support or Counselling for Witnesses Traumatised by Acts of Violence

4 April 2022

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NOTICE PAPER NO. 1082
NOTICE OF QUESTION FOR ORAL ANSWER
FOR THE SITTING OF PARLIAMENT ON 4 APRIL 2022

Name and Constituency of Member of Parliament
Ms Joan Pereira
MP for Tanjong Pagar GRC

Question No. 2705

To ask the Minister for Health whether there are any psychological support or counselling that is provided to the public witnesses who are traumatised by acts of violence, such as those in the recent cases involving knife- and sword-wielding perpetrators.

Written Answer

For witnesses who are assisting in police investigations for acts of violence, the Police may refer them to resources such as mental health helplines, counselling services run by trained professionals or the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) for mental health support.