SHE was called “a fatty” on Facebook. Relating how his 14-year-old client developed an eating disorder after someone commented on her weight on the popular social media platform, Malaysian Mental Health Association deputy president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj shares how social media can lead to self harm. “She tried to harm herself. Teenagers are harming … More Social media can lead to self harm?
PETALING JAYA: A four-year-old special canine has been appointed the top dog of a newly established animal-assisted therapy society that aims to bring cheer to special children, the disabled and the elderly. Happy Animal-Assisted Therapy Society, or Happy Therapy for short, was named after a dog rescued by canine welfare project Malaysian Dogs Deserve Better … More Happy to bring cheer to those who need it
PETALING JAYA: The use of disabled canines as therapy and emotional support dogs is already established in most developed countries. Former Zoo Negara assistant director Assoc Prof Datuk Dr S. Vellayan said this was because these special dogs were found to be suitable in these two areas. “It has been found that disabled dogs which … More Disabled dogs trained to be therapy and emotional support dogs
PETALING JAYA: Experts have called for more public awareness on how to detect cases of incest. One way is by making teachers more aware of the tell-tale signs of sexual abuse concerning their pupils, said Malaysian Mental Health Association deputy president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj. The signs include completely avoiding a parent or being overly … More Experts: More awareness needed to detect incest cases
KLANG: Those who intentionally hurt animals may be suffering from serious mental health problems, says an expert. Such acts of cruelty were “a manifestation of underlying anti-social or psychopathic personality traits”, said Malaysian Mental Health Association deputy president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj. “They are characterised by impulsive behaviour, selfishness and cruelty, but what stands out … More Expert: Animal abusers might be mentally ill
PETALING JAYA: The issue of pupils lugging heavy schoolbags has been a long-standing complaint but it is getting heavier than ever. Repeated reminders by the Education Ministry not to weigh pupils down with too many workbooks appear to be ignored, with the children still suffering while school authorities and parents point the finger at each … More Pupils’ burden getting heavier
The violent tendencies taking root in our society are a concern, say experts. THEY allegedly dragged two gas tanks, stolen from a nearby stall, up two flights of stairs before stacking them up in front of the dormitory door with their nozzles loose. Then they doused the area outside the room with petrol. It was … More Monster youngsters
Many Gen Y-ers are on dating apps, but they still prefer to be swept off their feet in person. While there are success stories, experts say online dating can be tough due to mismatched expectations and users being overwhelmed with choices. THEIR eyes met across a crowded room. Her lips curved into a smile, giving … More It’s a match!
MBPJ had cleared junk from this house in Petaling Jaya some years ago but the hoarded items are building up again. — LOW BOON TAT/The Star THE habit of hoarding is a problem that not only affects the hoarders themselves but also their neighbours as such houses become a fire and health hazard. The issue … More Hoarding: When recycling habit goes awry
Although the scars of emotional abuse aren’t as visible, it still can be damaging to a child’s mental health. AN excited child runs towards the parent, saying, “Look at what I did for my school project today!” and receives a curt, dismissive, “Don’t bother me, can’t you see that I’m busy now?” response. Does this … More Words hit harder
Dr. Andrew Mohanraj 