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Pink Villa
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
What is Min Yoongi Treatment Center? All we know about BTS' SUGA's impressive 5 billion KRW MIND program
BTS member SUGA has donated 5 billion KRW (approx. USD 3.62 million) to fund the establishment of a medical facility. It's dedicated to treating children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). According to a statement released by Severance Hospital on June 23, 2025, the donation will be used to build and operate a new center in Seoul. It'll provide individualized therapies for young patients. This donation marks the largest single financial contribution in the history of both Severance Children's Hospital and its affiliated Yonsei University Medical Center. Center set to open in September The upcoming Min Yoongi Treatment Center, named after SUGA 's legal name, is scheduled to open in September 2025. The center will provide various services for children diagnosed with ASD. They include language development, behavioral support, psychological assessments, and ongoing therapy. A core feature of the center will be the integration of music-based therapeutic activities into conventional treatment plans. It aims to enhance the patients' ability to express emotions and improve communication. 7-month collab with pediatric psychiatry specialist SUGA began working on this project in late 2024, after being introduced to Professor Cheon Geun Ah, a specialist in pediatric psychiatry at Severance Hospital. The two began discussions in November 2024. SUGA expressed interest in exploring how music could be utilized as a form of therapy for children on the autism spectrum. During their collaboration, Professor Cheon shared that customized treatment was difficult to implement within current systems. It's due to a lack of resources and tailored programs. Development of the MIND program As a result of these discussions, SUGA and Professor Cheon jointly created the MIND program. The acronym stands for Music, Interaction, Network, and Diversity. The program is designed to encourage emotional and social interaction through structured musical activities. It includes instrument play, singing, and creative writing. The goal of MIND is to support emotional development and interpersonal relationships in children with autism. Direct involvement in trial program From March to June 2025, SUGA reportedly participated in the development and testing of the MIND program. On weekends, he attended pilot sessions held at the hospital. He observed children's interactions and occasionally guided them through musical exercises. During these sessions, children were encouraged to wait their turn, express their feelings through sound, and collaborate with others in musical activities. According to feedback from medical staff, the presence of structured music sessions had a noticeable impact on the children. SUGA reflects on project SUGA briefly addressed his involvement during the hospital's internal announcement. He stated, 'I genuinely felt that music can be a valuable method for expressing one's feelings and communicating with the world,' as quoted by Koreaboo. He added, 'Being part of the treatment process for children with autism spectrum disorder has been a big blessing and source of happiness for me.' SUGA expressed his intention to remain involved in initiatives that assist children in becoming more integrated members of society.
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS's Suga donates 5 BILLION to hospital supporting children with Autism; sets new record for largest donation by K-Pop idol
BTS member Suga has made history with a record-breaking donation to Severance Hospital in Seoul, funding the establishment of the Min Yoongi Treatment Centre, dedicated to supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). According to reports on koreaboo, Suga shelled out KWR 5 billion (approximately USD 3.64 million), marking the largest single contribution ever made by a K-pop idol to a medical institution. The donation will help the new facility offer a range of tailored treatments, including speech, psychological, and behavioural therapy. It will also serve as a research hub, aiming to promote the social independence of individuals with ASD. The project is a collaboration between Suga and Professor Cheon Geun Ah from the hospital's Pediatric Psychiatry Department, with whom he has been working since November 2024. In a heartfelt statement reported by koreaboo, Suga shared his motivation behind the donation, 'During the past seven months of preparing this program and volunteering with Professor Cheon, I genuinely felt that music can be a valuable method for expressing one's feelings and communicating with the world. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Undo Being part of the treatment process for children with autism spectrum disorder has been a big blessing and source of happiness for me. I will continue to support efforts that will help more children integrate into society.' MIND Program: Music at the Heart of Therapy At the core of the new centre will be the MIND Program which is short for Music, Interaction, Network, and Diversity, which Suga helped co-develop. This innovative therapy model uses music to enhance communication, emotional expression, and social interaction in children with ASD. Participants will engage in singing, instrument-playing, and music-based writing exercises to build confidence and interpersonal skills while celebrating their individuality. Suga has been hands-on in the development of the program. Between March and June this year, he volunteered his weekends to work directly with children, even teaching them how to play instruments. The sessions, he said, revealed how powerfully music can unlock emotional and social growth. The treatment centre is scheduled for completion in September 2025, and will significantly expand the hospital's existing pediatric mental health services.
