On the surface, eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and BED, seem quite different from the diagnosis of trauma. While that is true, when any woman or adolescent admits to our treatment center, she is suffering from deep emotional pain. For the eating disordered, the genesis of this pain might include parental rejection, severe childhood bullying, unresolved shame or guilt—the list can go on and on. Similarly, the origin of trauma can be alcoholism in the family, violent injury, or sexual violation. The “whys” are highly diverse, yet the result is the same: the utilization of maladaptive coping skills (purging, restricting, and isolation, avoidance) to deal with emotional dysregulation.
http://www.timberlineknolls.org/TimberlineNotes_march2012-2.html
Showing posts with label Mental Health. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mental Health. Show all posts
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
Mental Health First Aid @ SSTI, 19 March 2012
I was invited by Silver Ribbon Sg for 'Mental Health First Aid @ SSTI, 19 March 2012' to share about my depression. This is my 2nd sharing session.
Was worried as suddenly, I've got headache & gotto lie on bed & sleep for an hour plus. Luckily, managed to go to Ulu Pandan CC.
Was worried as suddenly, I've got headache & gotto lie on bed & sleep for an hour plus. Luckily, managed to go to Ulu Pandan CC.
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| Nice group photo with SRS & SSTI. |
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| Nice group photo_2 |
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| Token of appreciation from SSTI. |
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Invited to be guest speaker at Jardine 3 Mar 2012
Felt so honoured, I was invited by Porsche Poh from Silver Ribbon Singapore to be guest speaker at Jardine on 3 Mar 2012.
Sharing about my depression experience & got to know more friends too. The staffs are very friendly, caring & helpful, felt so welcomed. :o)
Very nice experience as I got to interact with people & give me hope.
Sharing about my depression experience & got to know more friends too. The staffs are very friendly, caring & helpful, felt so welcomed. :o)
Very nice experience as I got to interact with people & give me hope.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Have you got the blues?
HPB quiz - Have you got the blues? http://www.hpb.gov.sg/depressionquiz/
OMG!! I still score 21 out of 27?!
OMG!! I still score 21 out of 27?!
Monday, December 26, 2011
Online self-help therapy
Managed to find some online self-help therapy, hope it helps those in need. Do try out & bring along with you during your next appointment with your psychiatrist and/ or psychologist.
http://www.get.gg/freedownloads2.htm
http://www.get.gg/freedownloads2.htm
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Do catch "I see You: A Caregiver Story: 2" on Ch5, 1 Dec thurs at 7.30p.m.
Catch this programme "I See You: A Caregiver Story: 2" at Ch5, 7.30 p.m, 1 Dec, Thurs. It's about caregiver for mental illness.
http://www.todayonline.com/Health/EDC111108-0000022/A-voice-tells-me-to-jump-off-a-building
Whichever kind of mental illness, it's very distressing & taking a toil to both the caregier & the patients themselves. Support & love from others contribute a lot to the recovery.
http://www.todayonline.com/Health/EDC111108-0000022/A-voice-tells-me-to-jump-off-a-building
Whichever kind of mental illness, it's very distressing & taking a toil to both the caregier & the patients themselves. Support & love from others contribute a lot to the recovery.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Youth In Mind - Raising Awarness
http://youthinmind.sg/olb_aboutwmhd.aspx#aboutolb
Details extracted from website:
In line with the World Federation of Mental Health's vision, "One Last Breath" was conceptualized by CHAT as the theme of this year's WMHD campaign to raise awareness amongst youths and young adults about suicide prevention.
Though we might never fully comprehend the reasons behind each suicidal act, we do believe that through open communication and acceptance of people as they are- we can help. As such, "One Last Breath..." seeks to explore the dilemma an individual faces when confronted with thoughts of suicide; and what might pass through their minds of words left unspoken. Some of these unspoken words touch upon Love. Regret. Gratitude. Guilt. Freedom. All of which seeks simply to be understood.
"One Last Breath" also serves as a reminder to those that seek to end their lives, that there are people out there who care and are willing to listen. Often, people do curb their suicide attempts when reminded of the words of encouragement from someone. These words don't just represent the messages that do follow from friends and loved ones, but also to put us in their shoes- what might one wish to hear before they take that one last breath? Remember, words from that one person might make a difference... maybe even yours.
Meanwhile, if you're interested in learning more about suicide, do visit our website here."
Details extracted from website:
In line with the World Federation of Mental Health's vision, "One Last Breath" was conceptualized by CHAT as the theme of this year's WMHD campaign to raise awareness amongst youths and young adults about suicide prevention.
Though we might never fully comprehend the reasons behind each suicidal act, we do believe that through open communication and acceptance of people as they are- we can help. As such, "One Last Breath..." seeks to explore the dilemma an individual faces when confronted with thoughts of suicide; and what might pass through their minds of words left unspoken. Some of these unspoken words touch upon Love. Regret. Gratitude. Guilt. Freedom. All of which seeks simply to be understood.
"One Last Breath" also serves as a reminder to those that seek to end their lives, that there are people out there who care and are willing to listen. Often, people do curb their suicide attempts when reminded of the words of encouragement from someone. These words don't just represent the messages that do follow from friends and loved ones, but also to put us in their shoes- what might one wish to hear before they take that one last breath? Remember, words from that one person might make a difference... maybe even yours.
Meanwhile, if you're interested in learning more about suicide, do visit our website here."
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Is it 'voices' or just thoughts?
Last nite, hvg relapse...wondering is it voices or just thots - useless, worthless & why shld I live. Kept telling me to die. Cldnt slp whole nite at all. Well, I need to tell this to my art therapist on this coming thurs appt. It's very hard struggling & it's worse than on 31 Oct.
So tired after fighting & was so sick today that I couldn't eat nor drink.
So tired after fighting & was so sick today that I couldn't eat nor drink.
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Books to read up
Strongly recommend this book titled "Tackling Depression At Work" A practical guide for employees & managers by Kerrie Eyers & Gorden Parker. 616.89 EYE-[HEA].
More details avail at http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/aboutus/blackdogbooks.cfm
More details avail at http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/aboutus/blackdogbooks.cfm
Monday, October 10, 2011
Am featured in tdy's My Paper
Do check out online My Paper http://www.mypaper.sg/ on page 2, featuring my mother & myself on mental health.
It's also available at AsiaOne http://health.asiaone.com/Health/News/Story/A1Story20111010-304101.html.
It's also available at AsiaOne http://health.asiaone.com/Health/News/Story/A1Story20111010-304101.html.
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Invitation to Celebrating NLB-SRS Partnership in Commemoration of World Mental Health Day on 9 Oct 2011
My mother & myself would like to thank Silver Ribbon Singapore (SRS) Porsche & team for tdy's event at Toa Payoh. Allowing us to have opportunities to share thru media interviews & hvg Diana staying alongside with us thru'out. Cheers! :D
Wow! I didn't expect so many media interviews by Asian Parents magazine, My Paper, TNP, The Straits Times & MCYS about mental health & my depression today at Toa Payoh NLB!! :p
I was in 'Koolz' state despite unable to sleep the whole night as I was really very upset & somewhat frustrated with the job placement, ended up pinching myself & cried the whole night. :'(
Silver Ribbon Singapore (SRS) Executive Director, Porsche wanted both my mother & myself as speakers too.
Journalist from 'My Paper' - Wo Bao, told me it will be published in tomorrow's papers. Suppose same goes for the rest too. :p
Wow! I didn't expect so many media interviews by Asian Parents magazine, My Paper, TNP, The Straits Times & MCYS about mental health & my depression today at Toa Payoh NLB!! :p
I was in 'Koolz' state despite unable to sleep the whole night as I was really very upset & somewhat frustrated with the job placement, ended up pinching myself & cried the whole night. :'(
Silver Ribbon Singapore (SRS) Executive Director, Porsche wanted both my mother & myself as speakers too.
Journalist from 'My Paper' - Wo Bao, told me it will be published in tomorrow's papers. Suppose same goes for the rest too. :p
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Mental Health Wellness Carnival World Mental Health Day
Do join in Mental Health Wellness Carnival World Mental Health Day in collaboration with Geylang Serai CCC 2nd Oct 2011.
http://www.silverribbonsingapore.com/images/events/20111002_mhwc.jpg
http://www.silverribbonsingapore.com/images/events/20111002_mhwc.jpg
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Silver Ribbon Champion of Mental Health Award 2011 - Individual Category
This morn's call from SRS that I've won the Silver Ribbon Champion of Mental Health Award 2011 - Individual Category for my mommy!!
We will be attending the award ceremony on 2nd Oct at Paya Lebar Open Field next to SingPost at 8a.m.
This great news definitely brightens up my 'darkest mood' for the past month. Was informed there will be media coverage, omg! :p
Mommy, I LOVE U!
I knw I've been alienating my anger & frustration at you but am so sorry about it which is beyond my control. Mommy, u deserved this award being my caregiver too besides daddy.
We will be attending the award ceremony on 2nd Oct at Paya Lebar Open Field next to SingPost at 8a.m.
This great news definitely brightens up my 'darkest mood' for the past month. Was informed there will be media coverage, omg! :p
Mommy, I LOVE U!
I knw I've been alienating my anger & frustration at you but am so sorry about it which is beyond my control. Mommy, u deserved this award being my caregiver too besides daddy.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
My mini art exhibition "De StigmARTizing"
Dear frens,
Hope to cya at my mini art exhibition in collaboration with Silver Ribbon Singapore & Orchard Central titled "De StigmaARTizing".
When: 27-28 Aug & 4 Sep 2011.
Where: Orchard Central Lvl 4
Your support is much appreciated! Cheers. :)
Hope to cya at my mini art exhibition in collaboration with Silver Ribbon Singapore & Orchard Central titled "De StigmaARTizing".
When: 27-28 Aug & 4 Sep 2011.
Where: Orchard Central Lvl 4
Your support is much appreciated! Cheers. :)
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Mental illness is serious health issue
On board the mrt with HPB commercial about seeking early help for depression. A young educated mother of 3 sec sch gg youths, joke abt depression. Asking the son, aren't u hvg headache? Did u go out often?
Son replied saying then for the rest of the mth, he dun go out lor. Sighz...
How could they joke about depression like that? Mental illness is serious health issue not to be taken lightly at all!
Son replied saying then for the rest of the mth, he dun go out lor. Sighz...
How could they joke about depression like that? Mental illness is serious health issue not to be taken lightly at all!
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Psychiatry music
Listen to the audio titled "Antidepressants Song" under Audio at http://www.bouldertherapist.com/html/humor/Humor.html
Enjoy...hehe
Enjoy...hehe
Friday, August 5, 2011
Monday, July 18, 2011
Do give your support to Silver Ribbon Singapore
http://www.orchardcentral.com.sg/events-details.php?id=118
The Great Via Ferrata Wall Challenge 2011, held at Orchard Central on following dates 27-28 Aug & 4 Sep 2011. Each successful climb, Orchard Central will be donating $10 to Silver Ribbon Singapore.
What is The Climb for Charity event about?
Members of the public can also do their part by participating in the Climb for Charity on 27 & 28 August 2011 (Saturday & Sunday). With each successful climb, OC will donate $10 to Silver Ribbon (Singapore) whose mission is to educate public for better appreciation of mental illness, the stigma associated with it and the need to sincerely destigmatise mental illness.
The Great Via Ferrata Wall Challenge 2011, held at Orchard Central on following dates 27-28 Aug & 4 Sep 2011. Each successful climb, Orchard Central will be donating $10 to Silver Ribbon Singapore.
What is The Climb for Charity event about?
Members of the public can also do their part by participating in the Climb for Charity on 27 & 28 August 2011 (Saturday & Sunday). With each successful climb, OC will donate $10 to Silver Ribbon (Singapore) whose mission is to educate public for better appreciation of mental illness, the stigma associated with it and the need to sincerely destigmatise mental illness.
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