Why Do Some People Feel Depressed During the Holiday Season
December 17, 2024
The media often portrays the holiday season as an idyllic time filled with family gatherings, joyful moments, and gift-giving.
Insights
At Private Space Medical, we believe that access to accurate and clinician-written information plays an important role in supporting mental wellbeing. Insights is a curated collection of original articles contributed by our team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists. Here, we share reflections, practical perspectives, and mental health considerations on topics such as emotional wellness, therapy approaches, and psychiatric care — grounded in clinical training and day-to-day experience in mental healthcare.
The Impact of Instagram and Beauty Filters on Body Image
November 11, 2024
Our psychiatrist, Dr. Victor Kwok, explores how Instagram’s beauty filters and curated content impact young users’ body image.
The Hidden Struggle: Managing Caregiver Stress When Raising a Child with Special Needs
November 4, 2024
Caring for a child with developmental disorders such as autism and intellectual disability can be a rewarding yet challenging experience.
Why Are Teens Taking Mental Health Advice from TikTok?
October 23, 2024
Our Psychiatrist, Dr Victor Kwok, explores the role of mental health advice on social media platforms like TikTok, while also addressing the potential pitfalls.
Living with OCD: Everyday Strategies That Help
September 27, 2024
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a common mental disorder which typically starts early in life, in the teenage years or younger adults.
An OCD Analogy: How to Deal with a Hungry Barking Dog?
September 27, 2024
The barking of the dog represents obsessions, which are recurrent, intrusive and anxious thoughts or urges.
Navigating Grief and Finding Your Path to Healing
September 25, 2024
When we are emotionally invested in a relationship, the grief we feel from losing that person, whether due to death or separation, can be overwhelming.
Conquer Sleepless Nights
September 16, 2024
Sleep is restorative for both the mind and body. After a good night’s rest, we look better, feel better, and make better decisions. Unfortunately, not everyone gets quality sleep every night.
Emotional Meltdowns: Helping Children Navigate Their Emotional Ups and Downs
September 16, 2024
Among its many trials, managing a child’s emotional meltdown is one of the greatest challenges many parents face; it’s an inevitable part of the parenting journey.
