Cancer isn’t just a physical battle; it takes a toll on your mental well-being too. Research in Singapore reveals that nearly 7 out of 10 cancer patients experience some level of anxiety, and at least 7 out of 20 grapple with depression during their journey. Early detection of these mood-related challenges is vital. Once recognized, […]
Menopause is a natural and inevitable phase of a woman’s life, marking the end of reproductive years. It is a significant hormonal transition that brings about various physical changes, but it also has a profound impact on a woman’s mental health and well-being. In this article, we will explore the intricate relationship between menopause and […]
Sleep problems are one of the most common issues that people experience. In this article, Clinical Psychologist Ms. Velda Chen introduces us to what Insomnia is about and the role of psychological intervention in improving the quality of life. Velda practices at Mind Care Therapy Suites, where she helps patients with a broad range of […]
Join Clinical Psychologist Ms Janet Phang in this upcoming talk on managing diabetes distress and burnout. She will be sharing on the whys and hows of the psychological impact of diabetes and strategies to better manage it.
Join Prof Kua in this series of talks “Arts for Mental Health” in conjunction with World Mental Health Day. The theme is “Arts for Mental Health”, with distinguished speakers discussing Art Therapy and Choral Singing. Art helps us process emotions as we learn to cope with stress and anxiety in our daily lives, and is […]
In this article, Psychologist Mr. Henry Lew introduces us to what Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is about and the role of psychological intervention in improving the quality of life. Henry practices at Mind Care Therapy Suites, where he helps patients with a broad range of conditions including those with chronic medical and especially gastro-intestinal conditions. […]
We are pleased to announce that Prof Kua Ee Heok’s book, “Listening to Letter from America”, has just been published in London to be released in time for Christmas. Synopsis This novel is based on the true stories of a group of elderly people in Singapore who survived World War II. Meeting regularly in an elderly day-care […]
Psychotherapy is also known as “Talk Therapy” because it involves a patient and a clinical psychologist sitting in a room talking, but it is much more than that. During sessions, patients learn to trust their psychologist and feel comfortable sharing their problems. Psychologists help patients to understand what they are struggling with, express their feelings […]
In modern society, people experience distress daily from multiple sources, including work/study stressors, family conflict, health concerns and even changes to our everyday environment. This distress can affect anyone, across all ages. They can manifest in behavioral changes, such as difficulty sleeping, a loss of appetite, constant worry and a sense of worthlessness/hopelessness. Some even […]
The WHO World Mental Health Day 2018 places the spotlight on adolescents & young adults, and the burden of emotional health issues in light of life changes. In the bustle of a modern world, everyone experiences stress in one form or another, but the way that it affects each person differs. On top of building […]