#3 - Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

#2 - Alcohol abuse Effects of Alcohol Abuse Alcohol abuse and mental illness constitute a major public health problem.0.7% of all years of life lost to poor health, disability or early death can be attributed to alcohol--the most for any psychoactive substance. 5.76% can be attributed to mental disorders.Additionally, mental disorders are responsible for around 19% of the Years Lived with Disability (YLD) world over. More importantly, alcohol addiction and mental disorders tend to co-occur at a frequency greater than what would be expected by chance.General population based surveys have documented that the odds of developing a mood disorder and an anxiety disorder are 3.6 and 2.6 times higher, respectively, if someone is dependent on alcohol as compared to one who is not dependent on alcohol. If you or someone you love is struggling with alcohol abuse or addiction, chances are that they might have an underlying mental health condition, like depression. Dual diagnosis treatment can help with both. 1.

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder caused by very stressful, frightening or distressing events. Someone with PTSD often relives the traumatic event through nightmares and flashbacks, and may experience feelings of isolation, irritability and guilt. They may also have problems sleeping, such as insomnia, and find concentrating difficult. These symptoms are often severe and persistent enough to have a significant impact on the person's day-to-day life. Who's CHAT Our full name is "Community Health Assessment Team", and we've been helping and supporting young people with mental health concerns since 2009. CHAT is a national outreach and mental health check programme under the Institute of Mental Health (IMH). You can think of us as Singapore's "AAA" battery for youth mental health. Essentially, we are a group of healthcare professionals dedicated to promote: Awareness of mental health;Access to mental health resources; and toAssess, by providing a confidential and personalised mental health check for young persons between 16 and 30 years old.

OCD one of the most common mental disorders in Singapore SINGAPORE: Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of most common mental health conditions here, according to findings from a nationwide study released on Tuesday (Dec 11). The disorder affected one in 28 people in their lifetime, making it the third-most prevalent condition after major depressive disorder and alcohol abuse. The illness is commonly characterised by recurrent and persistent thoughts, impulses or images, and when severe, impedes a person's ability to function.

What Is PTSD? Please read the entire Privacy Policy of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). As described, this website utilizes cookies. By closing this message, continuing the navigation or otherwise continuing to view the APA’s websites, you confirm that you understand and accept the terms of the APA’s Privacy Policy, including the use of cookies. Read Our Privacy Policy Mental Health Issues in Singapore As Singapore grapples with an aging population and social stigma associated with reaching out for help for mental health issues, the national government is putting more resources towards improving health-related data and support systems. “With the highest median ages, longest life expectancy rates and among the lowest fertility rates in the region, Singapore is grappling with the challenges of a rapidly aging population, compounded by the rising prevalence of chronic diseases including diabetes. As life expectancy increases, the number of Singaporeans who need to manage chronic diseases and complications for a longer period of their later adulthood looks set to rise.” – The Singapore Wellness Study The re-launched three-year comprehensive Singapore Wellness Study will reveal trends in mental health problems in Singapore’s population. "Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." — World Health Organization (WHO)

6 common mental disorders affecting Singaporeans today and where you can go to get help, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore Pexels There’s been an increase in the number of Singapore adults who have suffered from a mental disorder in their lifetimes, the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) said recently. According to a 2016 study, one in seven people in Singapore have experienced specific mood, anxiety, or alcohol use disorders in their lifetime, up from roughly one in eight six years prior. Read also: 1 in 7 people in Singapore have experienced a mental disorder – and some millennials are more susceptible to mood and alcohol-related ones Part of the study’s findings is the alarming revelation that most of these sufferers (more than three-quarters) have never sought any professional help for their illnesses. Where to get help

Dissociative disorders Dissociative disorders are a range of conditions that can cause physical and psychological problems. Some dissociative disorders are very short-lived, perhaps following a traumatic life event, and resolve on their own over a matter of weeks or months. Others can last much longer. Someone with a dissociative disorder may have problems with: movement sensation seizures periods of memory loss

Raise awareness of realities mental-illness sufferers face, Letters in Print News With teen suicides at a 15-year high, and chronic eating disorders starting as early as the age of nine, the severity of mental health issues in Singapore can no longer be ignored ("Teen suicides 'highest in 15 years but overall rate falls'"; July 26, and "What's eating the young ones"; Aug 28). However, awareness and open discussions about this continue to be elusive. Furthermore, even where awareness exists, social stigma towards mental illness has been found to be exceptionally high. Ironically, there is a strong psychological underpinning to this social stigma against psychological disorders. One theory describes how we attach meaning to the behaviours of others around us.