KUALA LUMPUR: The tragic death of 16-year-old Yap Shing Xuen at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Bandar Utama 4 should serve as a wake-up call for Malaysians to prioritise mental health and empathy among students, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.

The Mental Health Advisory Council member said the tragedy, which has deeply affected the Bandar Utama community, underscores the urgent need for schools, parents and authorities to place greater emphasis on emotional well-being alongside academic achievement.