As the covid-19 pandemic turns endemic, let’s not allow the discourse on mental health to fade away. RECENTLY, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob said that the Attorney-General’s Chambers is examining the legal options and implications of removing attempt- ed suicide as a criminal offence. This is an indication that Parliament may consider reviewing … More Keeping the conversation going
We need immediate strategies to deal with the mental health crisis the Covid-19 pandemic has triggered. IN the last two decades, several pandemics worldwide have yielded insights on the mental health impact of such events. However, the current Covid-19 pandemic has been somewhat less predictable. In addition to the sudden psychological decompensation (reflected by the … More Mental health help
WITH these unprecedented times, fathers must remember to practise self-care, as their anxiety, anger and irritability will have an impact on the rest of the family. Malaysian Mental Health Association president and consultant psychiatrist Professor Datuk Dr Andrew Mohanraj says typically, women are twice as likely than men to be diagnosed with depression. “However, this … More ‘Fathers need to practise self-care too’
PETALING JAYA: People are panic buying as they want to regain a sense of control in the face of the Covid-19 outbreak, say mental health experts. However, they are urging people to remain calm and to seek out verified news and information to not feel overwhelmed and panicked. Malaysian Mental Health Association president Prof Datuk … More Keep calm and stop panic buying
Dr. Andrew Mohanraj 