# Gangnam-gu mental health service recognition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gangnam-gu-mental-health-service-recognition
> Updated: 2026-10-10T23:30:04.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Gangnam-gu has received multiple honors for its mental health and suicide prevention initiatives. Initially, the Seoul Metropolitan Government presented dual awards to the district, recognizing the Sai-Shim Youth Psychological Support Center in the institutional category and a staff member from the Gangnam-gu Public Health Center in the individual category.

Subsequently, the South Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare also issued commendations to Gangnam-gu. The ministry highlighted the district’s comprehensive management system, which includes the Sai-Shim center and the Gangnam-gu Addiction Management Integrated Support Center, addressing issues such as drugs, gambling, and digital media addiction.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-10: South Korean health authorities honor Gangnam-gu and Giheung-gu for mental health services

South Korean health authorities honored Gangnam-gu and Giheung-gu Health Center for excellence in mental health services, suicide prevention, and establishing community-based rehabilitation systems.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korean-health-authorities-honor-gangnam-gu-and-giheung-gu-for-mental-health-services

### 2026-10-06: Gangnam-gu receives dual Seoul Metropolitan Government awards for mental health services

Gangnam-gu received both institutional and individual awards from the Seoul Metropolitan Government for excellence in mental health services and suicide prevention efforts.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gangnam-gu-receives-dual-seoul-metropolitan-government-awards-for-mental-health-services

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