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This paper attempts to explore the mental health problems of the youth in Hong Kong and presents some discussions on this subject. A model of holistic well-being is recommended to enhance the mental health of young people from physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and family-orientated perspectives. The latter part of this paper suggests the promotion of early intervention, community mental health education, and some preventive directions, such as policy advocation from family, education, medical, and social service perspectives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The gaming industry in Macao has developed rapidly over the last decade. Because of the low requirements and the high salary, many young adults are engaged in work in the casinos. However, because of the particularity of the work and the characteristics of young adults, it is highly probable that these young gaming employees suffer mental health problems. This paper tried to explore the mental health crises among young gaming employees, focusing on the aspects of stress, gambling, substance abuse, and suicide through research, social context, and theory. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper analyzes the mental health of adolescents in Taiwan and reviews the literature on "resilience" and mental health of at-risk adolescents. The author suggests that different professional practitioners should be integrated into the mental health team. Practitioners should connect school and community resources, and apply a "school-community model" to mental health promotion and treatment for adolescents. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]