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Hands-on approach to mental illness

With the aim of combatting the fear and misconceptions surrounding mental illness, Castle Peak Hospital’s Mind Space museum enables visitors to experience hallucinations, similar to the sensory experiences mentally ill patients encounter, by way of rooms that utilise virtual reality (VR) technology.   A group of secondary students recently embarked on a journey through Mind Space after registering and receiving patient wristbands. This unique mental health experience museum provided them with a comprehensive understanding of the development of psychiatric services in Hong Kong.   Displays in the museum showcase intriguing relics, including the evolution of restraints and handwritten patient records. Additionally, the students were given the opportunity to explore a mock protection room designed to provide a calming environment for patients.   Furthermore, students could learn about the scientific aspects behind the causes of mental illness at the Brain Tour zone. One of the

Political assistant to leave post

The Government today said Political Assistant to the Secretary for Constitutional & Mainland Affairs Kenneth Ng has tendered his resignation.   He will be on leave starting tomorrow and depart the Government with effect from August 30.   Thereafter, Mr Ng will join the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority to take up the position of General Manager, Communications & Public Affairs.   He has sought prior advice from the Advisory Committee on Post-office Employment for Former Chief Executives & Politically Appointed Officials.   Secretary for Constitutional & Mainland Affairs Erick Tsang thanked Mr Ng for his contribution during his tenure and wished him all the best in his future endeavours.   He also expressed hope that Mr Ng would continue to make contributions to Hong Kong.
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