digitallyus: singapore’s integrated digital wellness support
Singapore has launched 'DigitallyUs@Marine Parade,' an integrated center designed to help youths and families manage digital wellness and mental health. The initiative follows a 2025 survey revealing that most parents struggle to identify the link between their children's digital habits and mental distress.
Why it matters
As digital consumption increases, this initiative addresses the growing gap in parental confidence and support systems for youth mental health in the digital age.
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung (far right) playing “The Floor is Lava” at MINDCove. The immersive, sensory-based learning space allows young people to step into guided scenarios that mirror real-world digital situations so they can practise emotional regulation.
Listen Summarise A 2025 survey found many parents lack confidence recognising their children's mental health struggles linked to digital use, with only 17% seeing a direct online cause. TOUCH Community Services launched DigitallyUs@Marine Parade, Singapore’s first integrated centre offering digital wellness and mental health support for youths and families. DigitallyUs includes advocacy, an immersive learning space (MINDCove), counselling, and ongoing peer and family support to help youths develop healthier digital habits. AI generated
SINGAPORE – Many parents lack confidence in understanding and responding to their children’s digital habits and mental health needs, a 2025 survey of more than 300 parents has found.
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