Al-Basateen tragedy: girl’s suicide over marriage refusal
A 13-year-old middle school girl in the Boustayoun area of Cairo has died after jumping from the fifth floor of her home, as a result of psychological pressures following her parents' refusal to allow her to marry another student. The incident reflects an increase in teenage suicide cases caused by factors such as family pressures, personal problems, and hormonal changes, with similar incidents occurring repeatedly in various parts of Egypt. The case serves as a call to strengthen the role of families and communities in preventing psychological pressures through direct dialogue, early monitoring, and psychological support, helping young people cope with their emotional burdens and reducing the risk of suicide.
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