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Most of us are aware of how to take care of our physical health, including how to exercise, eat well, sleep, and stay hydrated. But what about our mental health? A recent survey by Channel News Asia found that seven in 10 people in Singapore feel mental health awareness is improving or better now, but 66 per cent of respondents...

"Whatever we do, we work for what’s best for us – C&B teams have a role to play in making sure amidst rising cost of living challenges, we continue to attract, engage, and retain employees," HR leader Shafnas Siddiq affirmed.

SINGAPORE, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Asia's leading digital mental health company, ThoughtFull, continues to bring greater accessibility of its mental wellness solutions to corporate and consumer clients across the Asia region. Today, the firm announces that it is partnering with the FWD Group Holdings Limited ("FWD Group") to launch the Mind Strength Support programme, a first-in-the-market platform to provide individuals with a convenient and confidential way to access digita...

ThoughtFull is giving free three-month access to counsellor or psychologist support via its mobile app.

Depression and anxiety were taking a serious toll on peoples’ well-being even before COVID-19, and the pandemic prompted more interest (and venture capital) in mental health startups. While many of the highest profile mental health startups, like Calm or Headspace Health, are based in the United States, more attention is also being paid to emotional […]

Several startups have made major strides in addressing these challenges and attracting investor attention

 channel for the latest stories and updates. Mental health awareness has been increasing in Malaysia, and while general consensus agrees that mental health is important, there are still barriers to overcome before many actually seek professional help. Most find it hard to justify a high price tag for an hour “of talking”, the hassle of putting aside large chunks of time for counselling, and the stigma of seeing a mental health professional. Many people can still “function normally” in ...

PlusVibes is a mobile application that aims to combine all of your mental health needs on a single platform. The apps founder, Malaysian-born Madiha Fuad, had her own experience with depression that led to this project. According to their website, she said the apps goal is to help people who need a little bit more motivation during the low points in their lives. "We all go through tough days and sometimes we just need a support system or a shoulder to lean on," she said. In addition to being a ...