What can you do with your mental health information? There are 5 ways we can keep our mental health information in relation to others. Only you can decide which is the best thing for you at this point in time. You can decide by doing a pros and cons list, or by discussing with some […]
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To tell or not to tell (Part 1)
Have you ever wondered whether you should disclose your mental health history? Perhaps you want to but did not know how to do so. In this series, we will walk through a decision making process to help you decide on what to do and some tips on how you may want to do it. The […]
3 simple mindfulness practices
Cultivating mindfulness through regular meditation practice has been shown to produce numerous benefits over time. It reduces stress, anxiety, and emotional reactivity and increases focus, well-being, and compassion. However, meditators sometimes grapple with the question of how to tangibly apply mindfulness skills in day-to-day life, particularly in moments of stress when we notice our buttons […]
The right to be free from abuse
By Chua Sook Ning, PhD You have the right not to be abused; to live and work in an environment where you are safe and secure; and to well-being. Abuse not only affects those who are abused, but also has a substantial effect on family members, friends, co-workers, other witnesses, and the community at […]
What if: A case of depression
By Dr. Chua Sook Ning WHAT IF we treated our physical illnesses the way we treat our mental illnesses? Let’s imagine you woke up one fine morning in Kuala Lumpur. 1. Your head hurts, you had a fever, your throat was sore and your nose was runny. Your whole body was aching and you felt […]
