Mental health is a crucial aspect of well-being that has long been overlooked and stigmatised, preventing many people from getting the help they need. However, a recent collaboration between Relate Malaysia and the Selangor State Government aims to change that narrative, particularly when it comes to women’s mental health. The compelling campaign features a moving […]
Self-sabotage is a confusing phenomenon that affects many people, often without them even realising it. It’s a behaviour pattern where people unconsciously create obstacles and challenges that prevent them from achieving their goals and aspirations. Acts of self-sabotage refer to undermining your own success, happiness, or well-being through thoughts, emotions, or actions. It can manifest […]
“You can’t think yourself into new ways of acting; you only can act yourself into new ways of thinking.” Marsha Linehan is a name that stands out for her contributions to psychology and psychotherapy, particularly in the development of Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Born in 1943 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Linehan’s early life was marked by […]
“Cognitive therapy seeks to alleviate psychological stresses by correcting faulty conceptions and self-signals. By correcting erroneous beliefs we can lower excessive reactions.” Aaron Beck was well-known for his optimistic outlook and stylish bowties. He was also one of the most influential psychologists of the 20th and early 21st Centuries, thanks to his development Cognitive Behavioural […]
Dr. John Wilson is recognised as an expert in bereavement counselling, delivering talks and trainings internationally and researching extensively on the nature and processes of grief and bereavement. He is the author of two popular books on grief: Supporting People Through Loss and Grief: An Introduction for Counsellors and Other Caring Practitioners; and The Plain […]
During World Mental Health Day on October 10th last year, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim called for the end of mental health stigma. He reminded us that mental health is something we all have and urged that we move away from attitudes that stop people seeking vital support. Dr. Chua Sook Ning, clinical psychologist, […]
