(From left) Dr Andrew, Aroi and Ng sampling some love letters made by local residents, one of the many cottage industries in the town. IT was the first meeting between the two but Selangor Speaker Ng Suee Lim and Nauru official Michael Aroi were like old friends as they discussed their respective nations. Aroi, … More Learning about Sekinchan’s success
PETALING JAYA: Making SPM students sit for three papers in a day could have a negative impact on their performance. They will not have enough time to rest, recharge, revise and give their best in such a “high stakes” exam, said Malaysia Mental Health Association president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj. The proposed SPM timetable, he … More ‘Lack of recovery time affects students’ mental health’
KLANG: The Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA) is recommending that people charged for bizarre public behaviour be held at a psychiatric facility, pending the outcome of their case. MMHA president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj said such individuals must also undergo psychiatric assessment while being held in custody. The association’s stand comes following a recent incident … More Filipino who walked around nude: MMHA recommends psychiatric assessment
PETALING JAYA: The Trap-Neuter-Manage-Return (TNRM) method of stray management could be used to prevent the spread of rabies in the country. SPCA Malaysia president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj said under TNRM, small colonies of dogs could be managed by members of the local communities. “These dogs must also be given all vaccinations, including for rabies, … More SPCA suggests TNRM method to curb spread of rabies
KLANG: It is time the Health Ministry seriously looks into mainstreaming and prioritising mental healthcare in the country, says Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA) president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj. He said it was crucial to give mental healthcare due importance and not regard it as a mere medical discipline. “The first step would be to … More MMHA: Time Health Ministry prioritise mental healthcare
Fun while it lasted: But for some fans, the disappointment of their team losing could have a lasting effect .– Reuters ONLY 1,583 days to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Has that been your only happy thought since France lifted the World Cup in Moscow last week? Are you hearing “Allez” and “Goal!” … More Kick out the blues
PETALING JAYA: The act of throwing a snake into a muddy pit with schoolgirls as part of character-building training has sparked condemnation. The instructors involved will be hauled up. A 2:49-minute video that went viral on social media showed about 10 primary schoolgirls being instructed to wade across a muddy pit The terrified students were … More Outcry after Malaysian schoolgirls made to train in pit with snake
KUALA LUMPUR: The teenagers who savagely assaulted 18-year-old student T. Nhaveen may have been enboldened by pack mentality. Criminologist and psychologist Dr Geshina Ayu Mat Saat said since they were in a group, it might have “diluted” the guilt felt by each attacker. “When they are in a pack, these boys get verbal and physical … More Expert: Pack mentality emboldens boys to bully
Young graduates need the verve and vigour to compete in today’s demanding professional job platforms. To have a successful career, you need more than an academic qualification. Students must have passion, and a strong understanding of the industry they’re interested in joining. Although many traditionally popular and elite sectors are reporting an undersupply of talents, … More Push and passion still relevant for many professions
LOW self-esteem, self-hatred and depression. Kids who are treated as pawns in the fight between their parents and “brainwashed” to reject one parent, may end up with these conditions. And it can stay with them for life. Malaysian Mental Health Association deputy president Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj even goes on to say that parental alienation … More Life-long scars for kids
Dr. Andrew Mohanraj 