Abstract of talk
Among the most common questions I hear are about “insanity,” laymen terms used to describe those who appear out of touch with reality and/or exhibit bizarre behaviour. In psychiatric terms, these descriptions may describe psychosis, a psychiatric condition where an individual experiences a break from reality. To address misconceptions, I will explain what psychosis is, its causes, and what we can do about it.
Speaker profile: Michelle Choong
With a Master of Clinical Psychology from HELP University, Michelle works as a clinical psychologist at several psychological centres including RELATE Malaysia. Her various work experiences have given her the opportunity to work with a diverse population, with mood, adjustment, and psychotic disorders, among other mental health issues. With her vision of psychological health for all, she hopes to share her mental health knowledge with others for increased public mental health awareness and mutual professional growth.
