PETALING JAYA: Malaysian fans of K-pop idol Kim Jong-hyun said they would stay strong to cope with the sadness and grief over his death. Following his death, an Indonesian female fan was found unconscious from an overdose in an apparent suicide attempt, sparking a possible copycat suicide alert. Meanwhile, experts said fans grieving the loss of their idol should find healthy ways to cope with their sadness instead of attempting suicide. He urged those who are grieving the death of a celebrity to reach out to a trusted friend or relative, or to seek professional help. Assoc Prof Dr Anasuya Jegathevi Jegathesan said fans that spend too much time following what their idols do tend to be too obsessed.

Source: The Star December 24, 2017 10:41 UTC