Why Are Asians So Afraid of Therapy? Breaking Mental Health Stigmas
Asians are a diverse group of people and come from a variety of religious and cultural backgrounds and speak different languages. They are also the ones who underutilize psychiatric or psychological services and preventive health screenings. This may be because Asian communities identify mental health as something an individual must have control over and therefore, […]
AI and Mental Health: VR in treating the mental health of the elderly
Virtual Reality (VR) is the use of various technologies to digitally simulate or recreate an environment in which an observer can realistically hear, see, and/or feel as though they are a part of the simulation. This can be achieved through head-mounted displays, noise-cancelling headsets and other gadgets that can help the wearer experience the virtual […]
How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Helps With Anxiety and Depression
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) was initially developed by Aaron Beck in the 1960s and it is based on the cognitive model of mental illness. This model hypothesizes that an individual’s emotions and behaviours are influenced by the way they perceive events and situations. Consequently, the event alone does not determine the consequences; rather, it is […]
Navigating Mental Wellness: The Role of AI in Modern Therapy
Artificial Intelligence or AI, as we like to call it, has become a part of everyday operations, enhancing everything from manufacturing automation to intelligent decision support systems in financial services. The healthcare sector has witnessed a revolution with the boom of AI, helping them diagnose diseases accurately and usher in groundbreaking advancements in personalised medicine. […]
Why Mental Health Therapy Should Be Part of Routine Healthcare
In today’s times, health is being acknowledged as physical as well as mental. Mental wellbeing became a part of the WHO’s constitution as far back as 1948. However, primary healthcare systems in a multitude of countries still continue to focus on physical care alone. Despite mental health conditions being on the rise in almost every […]
Bridging the Gap: How Speech Therapy Can Support Mental Health in Children
While the awareness of mental health has been growing continuously, it is essential for us to recognize that children with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) have a higher risk of having difficulties with their mental health and well-being (Hancock et al., 2023; Conti-Ramsden & Botting, 2008; Botting et al., 2016). The relationship between mental […]
A Journey through Internal Family Systems Therapy and Intimacy from the Inside Out – A Mental health Therapy
Internal Family Systems (IFS) was developed by Richard Schwartz over many years, and finds its origins in Family Systems Therapy. It realizes that we have different Parts within us, each with their own emotions, feelings, thoughts and behaviours that impact our mental health. You experience this yourself when you have an inner dialog. For example, […]
Mindfulness as a Mental Health Therapy for Navigating Cancer’s Emotional Journey
Cancer can evoke profound fear and uncertainty, unleashing a torrent of emotions for both those diagnosed and their loved ones on this challenging journey. The impact of a cancer diagnosis often triggers responses like anxiety, depression, and an overwhelming fear of the unknown. While necessary treatments can add to physical and emotional strain, many feel […]
Wellbeing through Expression: Transforming Mental Health Through Art Therapy
Art Therapy is a unique form of psychotherapy, where exposure to the art materials and the process of image-making, supported by the art therapist, can enable the client to activate his/her creativity to help reach a fuller potential. ( HKAAT) The interweaving of the arts and mental health is not a new phenomenon; this pairing is […]
Exploring the Benefits of Hypnotherapy for Modern Mental Health Care
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health is a growing concern. While traditional therapies like CBT and medication are common, many are exploring hypnotherapy as an alternative evidence-based modality. Hypnotherapy uses guided hypnosis to promote positive behavioural and emotional changes. Its non-invasive nature and versatility make it a valuable tool for managing various mental health issues, […]