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CHAT (Community Health Assessment Team) was launched as part of the National Mental Health Blueprint to provide early detection and intervention for youths from Post-Secondary Education Institutions (PSEIs) and those who are out-of-school. Besides a one-stop centre located in the heart of Orchard Road that provides mental health resources, assessment and professional help, CHAT also developed an interactive portal ( www.youthinmind.sg), which engages youths online.
IMH trained its first batch of General Practitioners (GPs) under the part-time Graduate Diploma in Mental Health (GDMH) programme offered to local primary healthcare physicians. Jointly offered by the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) and the Division of Graduate Medical Studies, National University of Singapore (NUS), the programme provides a comprehensive and structured training programme for GPs in psychiatry and counselling.
The National Addictions Management Service (NAMS) clinic, located at IMH, was officially opened. A national initiative funded by the Ministry of Health, NAMS was set up to provide specialised treatment services for patients with behavioural and substance addictions.
IMH established the first local Centre for Mental Health Education (CMHE) which provides mental
health training and education for healthcare professionals, caregivers and the community. Equipped with the latest technologies, the CMHE also uses innovative teaching methodologies to enhance participants' learning.
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed to establish the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) - IMH Centre for Evidence Based Practices in Mental Health Care, located at the CMHE. IMH works closely with JBI to advance mental health evidence-based practices and research in the region.
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The National Mental Health Blueprint was allocated an additional $35 million by the Ministry of Health (MOH), urging an inter-sectoral approach at the policy and operational level to look into aspects of education and prevention; early detection and treatment; and rehabilitation and reintegration.
The Secret Recipe outlet at IMH was launched by Mr Gerard Ee, Chairman of The National Kidney Foundation. This collaboration with Secret Recipe was established to provide vocational training and create job opportunities for patients of IMH.
The High Dependency Psychiatric Care Unit was established to provide close monitoring and management of acutely disturbed psychiatric and actively suicidal patients within a safe and secure
environment.
ROC-N-ASH (www.roc-n-ash.com) portal was developed to allow children, parents, educators and caregivers to learn about anxiety management and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The portal allows users access to resources such as role-play computer games, multimedia learning content and video clips for treatment and continual education.
IMH bagged three awards in three separate categories at the Asian Hospital Management Awards, and it represented the highest number of awards won by a hospital for the year.
Job Club, a one-stop vocational rehabilitation service that helps persons with mental illness to select, secure and keep a job, was officially launched.
The Research Division embarked on the Singapore Mental Health Study (SMHS), a nationwide
epidemiological study that aimed to establish the mental health status of the adult Singapore resident population. This project brought together international and local experts in this field for an extensive and comprehensive assessment of the nation's mental health. |
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IMH commemorated its 80th Anniversary with an "Ode to Wellness" charity concert that raised raised $310,000 in aid of the long-stay patients and needy out-patients of IMH for medical subsidies and
rehabilitation programmes. IMH also launched a commemorative book “Heartening Minds” which provided a glimpse of IMH’s vision and role in the nation’s mental health blueprint.
The inaugural Asia Pacific Psychiatric
Rehabilitation Conference themed "Transforming Lives in Every Aspect Our Work" was presented as part of IMH's 80th Anniversary Celebrations.
Community Wellness Centre (CWC) opened to provide a onestop
venue focusing on the continuum of care from prevention,
to treatment and finally to rehabilitation.
The Early Psychosis Intervention and Prevention (EPIP) programme
received one of the inaugural National Medical Excellence Awards
2008, conferred by MOH.
SWAP (Support for Wellness Achievement Programme) was launched
at the CWC for individuals at risk of developing psychosis. |
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| 2007 |
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23-hour observation ward introduced at IMH/WH’s revamped
emergency services provides timely interventions in a safe
environment and reduces unnecessary inpatient admissions.
A new Autism Clinic was established to treat children above five
years of age suspected or diagnosed with autism.
Multi-sensory therapy was introduced for elderly patients
with dementia.
IMH won the most outstanding project award in the customer
service category of the Asian Hospital Management Awards.
IMH successfully trained recovering patients who bagged the
silver and bronze medals in the 7th International Abilympics, Japan.
The National Mental Health Blueprint was established by the Ministry of Health with a reinvestment fund of $88 million over 5 years to develop national capability in mental health services. Under the auspices of of MOH, IMH initiated the a number of community-based programmes targeted at the three main population segments - children, adults and the elderly.
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| 2006 |
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Launch of Buangkok Green Medical Park by Minister for Health
Mr Khaw Boon Wan to revamp the existing campus into a bustling
medical hub.
IMH’s EPIP won the WHO State of Kuwait Health Promotion
2006 Award in recognition of its outstanding contribution to research
in health promotion.
Dignity Links Ltd – a social enterprise partner set up Barista Express,
an upmarket first-of-its-kind café in Singapore where people with
psychiatric illnesses are provided transitional supportive employment
in a business enterprise, operating in a commercial district.
Together with the Ministry of Health (MOH), IMH/WH implemented
the Subutex Voluntary Rehabilitation Programme (SVRP) to help
patients on Subutex wean off their dependence.
Digital Psychiatry 2009 vision was launched to transform the delivery
of psychiatry services for excellent patient care through the use of
information technology. |
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| 2005 |
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The Aged Psychiatry Community Assessment and Treatment
Service (APCATS) was launched where a medical team conducts
home visits for elderly patients who have difficulties commuting to
IMH/WH for follow-up psychiatric treatment.
Milieu Therapy was introduced to all acute wards to help change
the patient’s role from that of a passive recipient of care to that of
an active participant.
IMH-GP Partnership Programme was initiated to support our
strategic initiative for the right siting of care. This aims to provide
affordable, convenient mental healthcare for stable patients with
chronic mental illness with community-level General Practitioners.
Fund-2-Work Scheme was launched to train recovered patients with
appropriate skills that will help to integrate them back to society.
IMH/WH became the first mental health institution in Asia to receive
the Joint Commission International accreditation which benchmarks
standards of care at IMH/WH with international standards |
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| 2004 |
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A Mobile Crisis Team was introduced by the Department of
Community Psychiatry |
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| 2003 |
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The Department of Community Psychiatry was established with
community based treatment provided by a multidisciplinary team
of clinical staff. |
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| 2002 |
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A new specialist outpatient clinic was started to provide
psychiatry services to non-subsidised patients in a private and
conducive environment.
The Woodbridge Hospital Endowment Fund was set up to provide
financial assistance to needy patients. |
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| 2001 |
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IMH collaborated with HPB to initiate the Mind Your Mind
programme, a five-year public education programme with the focus
on stress management.
IMH/WH embarked on the Stress Management Programme (ISMP)
to serve the interests of our corporate clients.
Community Addiction Management Programme (CAMP) was
launched to provide treatment for various addictions, including
substance and non-substance addictions.
The Department of Academic Psychiatry was established.
Early Psychosis Intervention Programme (EPIP) commenced to
offer holistic comprehensive and accessible service for those with
early psychosis. |
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| 2000 |
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The satellite Behavioural Medicine Clinic was started at the
Health Promotion Board (HPB) Building in Outram to provide
administrative support for Stress and Anxiety Disorders Clinic,
Mood Disorders Clinic, Sleep Clinic, Psychotherapy Clinic and
Weight Management Clinic.
IMH celebrated its new beginning as a restructured organisation
under the National Healthcare Group.
The Early Psychosis Intervention Programme (EPIP) was started
to reduce deterioration after the initial psychotic symptoms
have manifested.
The Living Room, a cafeteria, was created by the Occupational
Therapy Department to facilitate rehabilitative activities for IMH/WH
patients in a socially pleasant and friendly environment |
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| 1990 |
The first Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Clinic was started at
Tampines Clinic.
The Alcohol Dependency Clinic and Alcohol Treatment Programme
commenced at Alexandra and Mandalay Day Centres respectively.
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| 1993 |
WH shifted from its Yio Chu Kang premises to the new building at
Hougang, thus ushering a new era in psychiatric care. The hospital
occupies 45 hectares of land of which 30 hectares have been
developed. To facilitate the efficient operation and implementation
of the National Mental Health Programme, Woodbridge Hospital
was re-organised and the Institute of Mental Health/Woodbridge
Hospital (IMH/WH) established. |
| 1994 |
IMH/WH organised the first Emergency Behaviour Officers (EBO)
course in Singapore in conjunction with the Ministry of Home
Affairs to train officers from the public sector and uniformed
organisations in rendering psychological support and assistance
in disaster situations. |
| 1995 |
IMH/WH started Emergency Psychiatry services to cater to those
facing crises. |
| 1998 |
IMH/WH prepared for the implementation of a new computerised
Patient Administration System for outpatient and inpatient services,
and the certification of the hospital for ISO 9002 Quality Management
System in the provision of mental health care.
The Child Guidance Clinic (formerly known as the Child Psychiatric
Clinic at Outram Road) moved to its new premises at the Institute
of Health in March 1998. Two new clinics for Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder and Child Abuse were introduced.
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| 80s |
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| 1982 |
WH started to provide specialist training which leads to a Master of
Medicine (Psychiatry) degree from the National University of Singapore. |
| 1988 |
A Community Psychiatric Nursing (CPN) service was established.
An evening clinic was started at Woodbridge Hospital.
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| 70s |
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| 1972 |
The Child Psychiatric Clinic became a full-time department.
The first psychiatric day centre in Singapore was opened.
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| 1973 |
The drug lithium was first used to treat manic-depressive illness.
Modecate, a long acting neuroleptic, was used to treat schizophrenia. |
| 1978 |
WH celebrated its 50th anniversary |
| 1979 |
Inauguration of the psychiatric nurse practitioners scheme to help
with the increasing attendance at the outpatient clinics. |
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| 60s |
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| 1965 |
A rehabilitation committee was formed |
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| 50s |
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| 1951 |
The Mental Hospital was renamed Woodbridge Hospital (WH). |
| 1953 |
WH was recognised for the Conjoint Diploma in Psychological
Medicine. |
| 1954 |
Psychiatric School of Nursing set up.
Penicillin used to treat neurosyphilis.
Construction of four new blocks of two-storey buildings (which later became the Chronic Sick Unit) and one new block (Green Groves). |
| 1956 |
Psychological services started.
A new three-storey Nurse Hostel was built. |
| 1957 |
Outpatient clinics started at Bukit Timah, Paya Lebar and Kallang Dispensaries. |
| 1958 |
Dr E C Winslow was Medical Superintendent (Acting) and Dr Burton
Bradley was Medical Superintendent (on contract).
The antidepressants isocarboxazide and imipramine were
introduced |
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| 1942 |
About 500 mental patients were transferred to St John’s Island
before Singapore surrendered to the Japanese forces. After
Singapore’s surrender, 800 civilian casualties were transferred to the
Mental Hospital, which was transformed into the Japanese Civilian
and Military Hospital |
| 1946 |
The Mental Hospital returned to its original function to house 440
mental patients. |
| 1947 |
Dr B F Home introduced electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). |
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| 1931 |
Malaria treatment was used to treat General Paralysis of the
Insane (GPI). |
| 1935 |
Doctors were given the power to admit patients and voluntary
treatment was allowed. |
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| 1928 |
A new mental hospital was constructed and 1,030 patients were
transferred to the ‘Mental Hospital’.
Dr E R Stone, Medical Superintendent from 1928 to 1934, introduced
farm work in 1928. |
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