From Helpless to Hopeful 🤗: Encouraging Someone with Depression to Get Treatment | Dr. Phang CK
The video, based on an article by consultant psychiatrist Dr. Phang Cheng Kar, discusses depression in Malaysia, citing statistics on its prevalence, particularly among female adolescents. It addresses the challenges of seeking help, such as social stigma and fear of judgment, and clarifies that major depressive disorder is a treatable medical illness.
The video then provides practical advice on how to support someone with depression. It suggests reframing depression as a result of strength rather than weakness, using empathetic language to start conversations, and creating a safe environment.
It also recommends gentle approaches for seeking professional help, such as starting with a general practitioner, and discusses the differences between private and government healthcare services.
In conclusion, the video underscores the crucial role of a supporter’s consistent and non-judgmental support in a loved one’s recovery journey.
00:00:00 – Introduction
00:00:43 – Depression Statistics in Malaysia.
00:02:05 – The Canyon of Isolation.
00:02:32 – Understanding Depression.
00:03:02 – Laying the Groundwork for Support.
00:04:10 – Gentle approaches to encourage professional help
00:06:47 – The supporter’s role in the recovery journey
00:07:55 – Reflection and Call to Action.
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The full article by Dr. Phang Cheng Kar:
10 Ways To Encourage A Person With Depression To Seek Help https://share.google/GLcBtJoMnjjNfFjJT
FREE Ebook by Dr. Phang Cheng Kar: I’m Still Human – Understanding Depression with Kindness:
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