‘Days off from work for mental health reasons should be a norm’

PETALING JAYA: There is a need to provide “mental health days” for employees to help them reduce stress and burnout. According to a survey by human resource solutions provider Employment Hero, 58% of employees reported that they suffer from burnout and 51% said they have an average or even poor work-life balance. Its Employee Wellness … More ‘Days off from work for mental health reasons should be a norm’

Discourse and contestation of ideas to address Islamophobia.

Islamophobia has become an increasingly prominent problem in many societies, originating from the deep-seated prejudices of the powerful or influential majority over those of Islamic faith or background. To combat this bigotry, we must understand what drives it, and strive to promote appreciation between people of all backgrounds, faiths, and identities. In his speech at … More Discourse and contestation of ideas to address Islamophobia.

Why do clever successful women fall prey to internet love scams?

Internet love scams occur when someone takes advantage of a person's trust and emotions in order to gain access to their financial resources. Ironically, clever successful women may be more susceptible because they may have fewer people in their lives who can spot the warning signs of such scams. They may also be too busy … More Why do clever successful women fall prey to internet love scams?

LETTER: No scientific evidence to support claims low-cost meals cause autism in children

LETTERS: It is important to clarify that there is no scientific evidence to support the claim that low-cost meals can cause autism in children. Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a range of genetic and environmental factors. Low-cost meals are a way to provide basic nutrition to adults and children who may not … More LETTER: No scientific evidence to support claims low-cost meals cause autism in children

Persatuan Kesihatan Mental Malaysia tawar sokongan psikologi pada mangsa insiden tikam di Hospital Selayang

ADALAH penting untuk menyedari bahawa walaupun kejadian tikaman yang berlaku di ruang menunggu Hospital Selayang amat dikesali, individu yang bertanggungjawab besar kemungkinan menghidap penyakit mental jangka panjang dan berada dalam keadaan kambuh pada masa kejadian. Individu itu dilaporkan mempunyai sejarah penyakit mental dan jelas mengalami kesukaran menguruskan emosinya. Walaupun kita tidak boleh menerima letusan emosi … More Persatuan Kesihatan Mental Malaysia tawar sokongan psikologi pada mangsa insiden tikam di Hospital Selayang

LETTER | Malaysia Madani and mental health

LETTER | Malaysia Madani and mental health Dr Andrew Mohanraj Published:  Feb 13, 2023 4:30 PM Updated: 4:30 PM LETTER | The principles of Malaysia Madani – sustainability, trust, respect, innovation, and compassion – are all essential components of mental health.  Sustainability is important in order to ensure that mental health services are available for … More LETTER | Malaysia Madani and mental health

Pembuli Tak Semestinya Ada Gangguan Mental Tapi…

KUALA LUMPUR – Ada pembuli pernah bergelar mangsa tetapi individu terbabit tidak semestinya menghadapi masalah mental. Presiden Persatuan Kesihatan Mental Malaysia (MMHA), Prof Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj mendedahkan, dalam kebanyakan kes, pelaku mungkin menghadapi masalah personaliti atau gejala keperibadian yang mendorong mereka membuli orang lain. “Bagi sesetengah kes, pembuli sendiri pernah menjadi mangsa dan keperibadian … More Pembuli Tak Semestinya Ada Gangguan Mental Tapi…

Suspek terlibat kes tikam di Hospital Selayang mungkin berada dalam keadaan kambuh ketika kejadian

PUTRAJAYA – Persatuan Kesihatan Mental Malaysia menggesa supaya akses kepada penjagaan dan sokongan yang betul perlu diberikan kepada pesakit mental bagi mengelakkan insiden tikaman di Hospital Selayang berulang di masa hadapan. Menurut Presidennya, Prof Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj, ini kerana individu yang dilaporkan mempunyai sejarah penyakit mental mengalami kesukaran menguruskan emosinya. “Adalah penting untuk menyedari … More Suspek terlibat kes tikam di Hospital Selayang mungkin berada dalam keadaan kambuh ketika kejadian

IN FOCUS: ‘When the sky gets dark, my stomach will sink’ – trauma for recurring flood victims in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: For Abdul Rahman Said, memories of the storm and ensuing flood that killed his entire family in July continues to haunt him.  During recurrent flashbacks, he still hears the screams of his neighbours and remembers how waves of murky brown water had engulfed his wooden home. On Jul 4 evening, the 71-year-old was … More IN FOCUS: ‘When the sky gets dark, my stomach will sink’ – trauma for recurring flood victims in Malaysia