Tag: mental health
What a Face Can Reveal About Melancholic Depression
Imagine this: you’re watching a funny movie with a group of friends. Everyone’s laughing, grinning ear to ear—except for one person. They sit quietly, expressionless, seemingly untouched by the humor lighting up the room. This is not just a bad […]
MetS in Men – causes, signs and strategies for a healthier life
Men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer and mental health concerns, include conditions like metabolic syndrome (MetS), which can greatly affect men’s quality of life and vitality. By 2040, Malaysia’s demographic will include an almost equal share of young (18.6%) […]
Critical Need for Education on Cyberbullying
Resource person: Lai Mun Onn, Senior Lecturer, School of Law and Governance, Faculty of Business and Law, Taylor’s University Cyberbullying is not a matter that children face but adults can be victims too. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil said that there […]
World Health Day 2024: Let’s Talk about Depression
By Dr. David Heber, M.D., Ph.D., FACP, FASN – Chairman, Herbalife Nutrition Institute World Health Day on April 7th focuses on the theme “My Health, My Right.” The World Health Organization (WHO) selected this theme to advocate for universal access […]
The health benefits of taking care of plants
By Mohani Niza Caring for a plant has emerged as a powerful solution to the stresses of modern life. A growing body of scientific evidence shows the various health benefits associated with nurturing plants, including reducing stress and improving air […]
Weathering the Storm: How Malaysians can Stay Safe during the Monsoon Season
By Dr Lim Eu Jack, Consultant Emergency Physician at Sunway Medical Centre, Sunway City (SMC) and Dr Mohd Khalis Abdul Rahim, Consultant Emergency Medicine Specialist at Sunway Medical Centre (SMC) According to MET Malaysia1 the monsoon season will continue until […]
IG’s Impact on Youth Mental Health Leads to Multiple Lawsuits Vs Meta
According to a report by Reuters, Meta Platforms, including Instagram, is facing lawsuits from multiple US states. These suits accuse the company of contributing to a youth mental health crisis by promoting addiction through its social media platforms. Attorneys general […]
Mobile Health Teams Tackle Mental Health Crisis in Remote Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s northernmost province, known for its harsh winters and isolation, is facing a mental health crisis, particularly among women, according to a report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the principal UN agency working in the field of migration. […]
The impact of climate change on mental health
By Mohani Niza The consequences of climate change go further than rising temperatures and other extreme weather events. It affects people’s mental health too. The gradual but persistent transformation of our planet is causing a heavy psychological price, with individuals […]
Resilience, digital media, and parental participation in youth mental health
According to Singapore’s first nationwide epidemiology study, the NUS Youth Epidemiology and Resilience (YEAR), resilience is defined as an individual’s skill and aptitude to prepare for, tolerate, adapt to, and progress in the face of adversities. The research focuses on […]
