Dr Amer Siddiq on Mental Health

My interview on radio with Salam Bros on Zayan FM

Key concepts in depression management:Outcomes of treatment of people with depressionThinking cognition affecting workWeightSexual disfunction3-words:Function recoveryAbsenteeismPresenteeism (buat-buat busy)Function Recoverysituation where individual is not in recovery but would be back in his pre-stateDepression has 3 components:EmotionalPhysicalCognitionDSST ScaleWeight managementtry to use methods that restricts weight management or at least inform the patient of potential changesSexual Dysfunction

Reflecting on Lady Gaga’s comments on Oprah recently.Difference between psychiatrists and psychologists.Bio psycho-social lifestyle spiritual innovationTypes of medication:Schizophrenia — anti-psychoticBipolar — mood stabilisersAnxiety — anti-anxiety agentPsychopharmacologist - specialist in medicationIf you don’t want medication, options could include:psycho-therapydieting, exercise, personal fitness

Recorded at Casa Titik, CheratingWe don’t know our numbers - we don;t know how miuch we are drinking15 standard units per week.  If you have more then you might have a problem with drinking. Not to consume in one sitting. Take it with food. General rule:1 can (330ml) 4.5% alc = 1.5 standard units1 glass wine (100ml) = 1 standard units30ml liquor = 1 standard units Lowered risk of developing drinking problems. It’s not safe to quit cold turkey! Please don’t drink and drive!

Temubual saya di TV3 pada 10 April 2019 bersama dengan Tuan Hj. Adnan Mat, Setiausaha Agong Cuepacs Pengurusan masa Masalah bermula apabila kerja lebih 55 - 60 jam sehari. Masalah fizikalMasalah mental Puncanya… STRESS! distress —> burn out —> masalah emosi Isu fisiologikal - badan sedia bertindah (adrenalin, glucose).sakit jantungsakit angin ahmar Sintom burn out:hilang minat untuk kerjapenat selalutidak ada motivasiabsenteeism - tidak datang kerjapresenteeism - datang kerja tapi tak buat kerja Selfcare:masa bersenammasa dengan keluargaambil cutibajet teratur

My talk recently at the 5th ASEAN Region Primary Care Conference.Topic for today:Challenges of dealing with youths/key concepts of addictionsSubstance affect on the brainGateway TheoryCannabis UseChallenges / Solutions for treating youthsDealing with 2 problems:the adolescences themselvesthey are at risk of developing substance abuseThey are looking for a sense of identity, individuality.Substance are related to suicide.Anything that can be made into liquid can be vaped.Social Media and the Internet are easy access for youths to access substances.Reduce stigma to let youths to approach family members and doctors (not peer age group)Legal and Family issues.Treatment needs to be tailored to the individual.

Interview saya dengan Team Pagi Suria tentang kemurungan dalam budak-budak (depression in children). Apa tanggungjawab netizen? Jangan jadi yang suka mengecam.

Ini adalah mitos!Kenapa?Kemurungan - berterusan lebihi 2 mingguAnhedonia (mati rasa)Masalah konsentrasiRasa tak bergunaPenat, kurang tidurTidak waras

Together with Dr. Aida Syarinas.It is a psychological method to manage stress (talking therapy)Types of therapies:Cognitive behaviour therapy - working forwardsPsychodynamics therapy - working backwardsInterpersonal PsychotherapyMindfulness - breathing exercisesMotivational InterviewingSupportive psychotherapy - assist patients to get where they need to goAcceptance and Commitment therapy - for people stuck in certain life events or choric painMarital therapyEclectic therapyDurationDepends on individual issues:CBT - 12 sessionsPsychodynamics - 20-40 sessionsPatients must be committed.  Once a week is common.Requirements of a psychotherapist:Either:Clinical psychologist with psychotherapy trainingPsychiatristWorkshop with motivational interviewer

Together with Dr. Aida Syarinas talking about her interview with her sister Dr. Aizura Syafinaz in O&G.Attachment theory - Importance of bonding between the infant and the primary care giver.Anxious ambivalent attachment - strong need for closeness and affection. makes them vulnerable to sexual advances without the info of unprotected sexCan be as young as 12.Prevention starts from home: have a healthy relationship with your children.spend quality time with childrentalk to them about sex