In the first season of the Mindful Dialogues podcast, we focus on youth mental health and stigma surrounding psychosis, disclosure in the workplace and in romantic relationships.
This series is hosted by Principal Medical Social Worker, Lee Kaiyi. As a medical social worker with IMH for over 10 years, Kaiyi has helped caregivers and patients navigate their journey to wellness with the support of various community resources. Kaiyi is also a mental health advocate in her own time, educating others on how to be sensitive towards those silently going through challenges and helping them build healthy relationships. She is also passionate about music for its healing and cathartic effects on those who face difficulty verbalising their feelings.
S1E1 – Formula For Mental Health Disclosure At Work
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In this first episode of our podcast, former principal clinical psychologist Leow Lilyn talks about a framework to approach the whys or why nots behind disclosure. She also shares online resources for employees to equip themselves with the knowledge and mindset before discussing mental health issues with their bosses.
S1E2 – Are People With Psychosis Dangerous?
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Author Margaret Ong shares her experience of learning how to cope with becoming the primary caregiver to her husband with schizophrenia. Dr Swapna Verma discusses ways in which the media influences public perception of mental illness and shares how we can play a part in educating and instilling hope.
S1E3 – I Love You But I'm Seeing A Therapist
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For persons with a mental health condition, the process of finding love can sometimes be fraught with fears of a relapse, low self-esteem and misunderstanding. Mental health advocate Gwen Tang shares with us what it looks like to disclose a mental health condition to a prospective partner and gives us advice on health communication for a lasting, happy relationship.
S1E4 – How Failure Builds Resilience In Youth
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Failure and tolerable stress can be a good thing for a child's mental health in the long run, but are Singaporean parents shielding their kids from failure too much? A/Prof Daniel Fung outlines a few things parents can do to encourage good mental health for their little ones.
In the second instalment of the Mindful Dialogues podcast, we dive deep into the topics that you asked us about: family dynamics, psychotherapy for first-timers, addiction and youth mental health.
Join our hosts Peer Support Specialist Noora Juma’at and Dr Lambert, Chief of Addiction Medicine and get ready for an enlightening season filled with powerful stories and valuable insight.
S2E1 – My Family Is Toxic
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SpotifyLove 'em or hate 'em, our bonds with family members form the bedrock of the relationships we build throughout life. For some people, home can look like a place of warmth and support, while for others, it might be a source of conflict and pain. Principal medical social worker Vera Chua talks about why it's not helpful to use labels like "toxic" and explains the possible reasons behind our parents' view on mental health.
S2E2 – Psychotherapy for First-timers
Therapy is a powerful tool for personal growth and healing, but it's important to approach it with the right expectations. Some people expect instant miracles, while others worry it won't make a difference to their mental health. Associate Psychologist Nastasia Tang answers commonly-asked questions about psychotherapy and gives tips on how to prepare for your first session.
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SpotifyRanjit Singh, a counsellor from the National Addictions Management Service (NAMS) shares his powerful story of recovery and resilience. From his first drink and arrest to navigating relapse after 17 years clean, Ranjit dives deep into how childhood experiences shape us, how addiction changes the brain and why recovery is never a solo journey.
In the last episode of Mindful Dialogues season 2, we explore the vital topic of youth mental health, discuss common mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions affecting kids, and how parents can collaborate with schools to support their children.
