Mental Health Support Deployed at Debsirin Nonthaburi School Following Violence

On August 11, 2026, the Department of Juvenile Observation and Protection, in collaboration with the Department of Mental Health, initiated a mental health support operation at Debsirin Nonthaburi School. This intervention follows a violent incident involving a weapon on school grounds that resulted in fatalities and injuries.

According to Khaosod Online, Deputy Director-General Preeda Visaroj led a team of eight psychologists, known as the 'Phinit Jai' (Mental Health Care) team, to the school. They are working alongside the Department of Mental Health’s MCATT (Mental Health Crisis Assessment and Treatment Team) to provide psychological first aid, mental health risk assessments, and initial counseling to students, teachers, and parents. Additionally, officials from the Ministry of Education and the Department of Mental Health have held meetings to coordinate long-term support strategies for the school community.

For residents and travelers, this event highlights a localized security incident within an educational institution. While the immediate crisis response is underway, the broader investigation into the circumstances of the weapon-related violence remains ongoing. Authorities have not yet released full details regarding the perpetrator or the specific security lapses that allowed the incident to occur. Those in the vicinity of the school should expect continued police and government presence as the recovery process continues.