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In this article, Dr Victor Kwok, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, and Dr Farah Idu Jion, Principal Psychologist at Private Space Medical, delve into the topic of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its potential as a valuable tool for improving your mental well-being.

ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder
that affects both children and adults, characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that significantly impairs daily functioning and quality of life.

Adjustment disorders are considered stress-related disorders. We all have our own ways and mechanisms to cope with the stresses of everyday life.

Most of us have heard of attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (or ADHD in short) in young children. But do you know that ADHD can also occur in adults? This is because ADHD persists to adulthood in almost half of all children with ADHD.

Anxiety is a normal part of life and we all experience it. Anxiety is beneficial when it spurs us to take action, like study for an exam or complete a project by the deadline.

Art therapy is a form of therapy that uses art as the central medium for expression and communication in a therapeutic setting. It is facilitated by a trained art therapist who possesses a postgraduate master’s degree in the field. While clients do not require any prior experience or skill in artmaking, a willingness to engage in artistic expression is beneficial.

These observations indicate that your child might be facing depression. It’s important to remember that feeling sad or wanting to be alone occasionally is normal, especially when faced with challenging situations. Adolescents often experience intense emotions and seek independence from their families.

CBT is the most widely used therapy for mental health disorders, including the treatment of anxiety and depression. Research has shown it to be effective in the treatment of panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder, among many other conditions.

Art therapy is a form of therapy that uses art as the central medium for expression and communication in a therapeutic setting. It is facilitated by a trained art therapist who possesses a postgraduate master’s degree in the field. While clients do not require any prior experience or skill in artmaking, a willingness to engage in artistic expression is beneficial.

Are you facing challenges with your child's behaviour in the context of autism? Do you often find it difficult to comprehend why, despite your love, attention, and best efforts, you continue to grapple with their behaviour?

Mood disorders are psychological conditions where one’s mood state is disturbed to an extent that social and occupational function is severely affected.

Struggling to manage disruptive behaviours in your child? Our Family Therapist Ms Joanne Goh share her insights and how we can help.

Eating Disorders are a group of serious psychiatric conditions characterized by distorted perception of our body shape and weight (e.g. worrying that we are too fat or our weight is too high).

Amidst the economic challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, there are reports of rising discontentment among the local population about the presence of foreigners.

Studies have found that functional bowel disorders account for up to 40% of cases which present to gastroenterologists (specialists in the digestive / gastrointestinal system).

Separation, sickness and death. These are an inevitable part of life and understandably result in much distress and anguish. Most people undergo a transient period of emotional turmoil and transit through the various stages of grief over time.

Insomnia is common and a Singapore study found that it affects 15.3% of the local population. It is more than a night time problem and can adversely affect our entire day in terms of mood…

Struggling to manage disruptive behaviours in your child? Our Family Therapist Ms Joanne Goh share her insights and how we can help.

The latest Singapore Mental Health Study (2011) found that up to 3% of the Singapore resident population have some degree of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This prompted local newspapers to proclaim Singapore to be the “OCD Capital” of the world.

CBT is the most widely used therapy for mental health disorders, including the treatment of anxiety and depression. Research has shown it to be effective in the treatment of panic disorder, phobias, social anxiety disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder, among many other conditions.

PTSD has been described for centuries and it was called “shell shock” during World War I. It may occur when one experiences traumatic life events such as road traffic accidents, burns, physical or sexual violence or unexpected loss of loved ones.

It is common for us to engage in the occasional alcoholic drink, either in a social context or to cope with negative emotions. Most people do not get addicted to alcohol after a couple of drinks, but a significant minority are genetically predisposed to get “hooked” and may fall into a vicious cycle…

Relationship problems are diverse and they can range from breakups, divorce, feeling trapped in a relationship to physical and emotional abuse. While we have helped people in all of these scenarios…

Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness which affects around 1% of the population. Sufferers may have abnormal experiences such as hallucinations…

School refusal is a common problem among children and adolescents. It presents as a persistent refusal to attend school or difficulty attending school, often accompanied by severe emotional distress or anxiety. It can have significant impact on their academic, social, and emotional development.

Couples will realise that the honeymoon phase does not last forever. After the first six months, they have gotten to know each other better and the relationship naturally becomes less passionate.