Category: News

Expert: Animal abusers might be mentally ill

July 26, 2021

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

Monster youngsters

July 26, 2021

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

It’s a match!

July 26, 2021

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!

Words hit harder

July 26, 2021

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

‘Beware the guy who says you’re his little sister’

July 26, 2021

Malaysian Mental Health Association deputy president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj says medicine is a vocation and not just an occupation, and that parents need to realise not every one is cut out to become a doctor before forcing the profession onto their children. PETALING JAYA: An adult inappropriately messaging or calling a child constitutes child … More ‘Beware the guy who says you’re his little sister’

Experts: Men more likely to keep quiet

July 26, 2021

MEN are more likely to keep quiet about being abused. This is due to shame, fear that they won’t be believed or that the partner might take revenge, say experts. Some domestic violence victims also put up with abuse, justifying them as “isolated incidents” within the abuser’s “nice” underlying personality, says Malaysian Mental Health Association … More Experts: Men more likely to keep quiet