When life gets tough, do you tend to seek solitude? It’s common to feel like retreating from social interactions is the best way to cope. But is it? Let’s talk about how being alone can affect our mental health journey. Understanding Social Isolation Many...
Understanding “what is mental wellness” is vital. It’s a topic that can sometimes feel mysterious or hard to discuss, but we must break free from those barriers. Even though it can be uncomfortable, having conversations about mental health is essential. In this...
Hollywood actor and Parkinson’s disease activist Michael J. Fox once said, “Family is not an important thing, it is everything.” For many of us, family life is every bit as rewarding as it is challenging. This comes as no surprise, as living together with individuals...
Our therapist Ms Gladys Hu was featured on CNA article to provide professional advice on spotting physical or behavioural signs of abuse on younger children, as well as ideas for parents and caregivers to facilitate connection and communication with their children to...
Examination stress is part and parcel of a child’s journey of growth in the competitive society of Singapore. While academic success is important, helping our child or youth to maintain physical and mental wellness will help in improving their performance in their...
We often view aggression with a negative lens associated with violence and uncontrolled anger. However, aggression is an attempt to control or act upon ourselves and the environment (or others) and when channelled constructively is a sign of healthful behaviour. Two...
