We’ve all heard the old sayings: “Keep a stiff upper lip,” or “Just push through it.” When it comes to depression, though, these well-meaning phrases can do more harm than good.
Persistent sleep difficulties are often maintained by habits, routines, and unhelpful sleep-related beliefs. The strategies below are grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I).
Worrying about what lies ahead is a fundamentally human experience. It’s not only normal — it’s deeply human. This is our mind’s way of preparing us for uncertainty.
The World Health Organization estimates that about one in six adults worldwide will experience infertility at some point in their lives.
Against this backdrop, psychologists play an important role in promoting cognitive health and reducing the risk of cognitive decline.
Dr Victor Kwok, our psychiatrist, was interviewed by A Plus Magazine on insomnia and other sleep-related concerns.
For many people, what they know about psychosis comes from movies or television. They picture someone with multiple personalities who is unpredictable or violent.
Psychosis is a condition characterised by hallucinations, delusions, disorganised behaviour, and a decline in a person’s ability to work or care for themselves.
Anxiety is a common human experience, particularly during periods of stress, uncertainty, or change. In Singapore’s fast-paced environment, many people live with a certain level of anxiety day to day.
