How Can I Get A Diagnosis?
Mental Health professionals diagnose mental health conditions using a manual called the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V). In order to make a diagnosis, they will need to conduct different psychological evaluations or assessments. They may ask you about the symptoms you are experiencing, your thoughts, feelings and behaviours or even ask you to fill out a questionnaire.
Mood & Dementia Screening
Mood and Dementia screenings are conducted across Singapore as part of the Community Network for Seniors initiative. You may also approach any of the Community Outreach Teams to conduct screening. Click here to find out the list of Community Outreach Teams.
You may also visit Mindline.sg – Mental Health Self Assessment Tool, which provides you with a set of recommended actions based on your assessed level of stress and anxiety. Individuals are also able to chat with Wysa, an emotionally intelligent AI chatbot, and access a wide range of self-management and CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) exercises on the platform (only available for people living in Singapore). Click here to access Mindline now.
Where Can I Seek Help If I Have A Mental Health Issue?
If you feel it, it’s real. No problem is too small and your feelings shouldn’t be dismissed when it comes to your mental wellbeing. Even if you’re unsure about the kind of support you need, a good place to start is to talk about it. Know that help is always within reach.
Learn more about the signs and symptoms of mental health conditions and how to support persons with mental health issues via e-learning.
Find nearby available support. Your visits will be kept strictly confidential, so you do not have to worry about keeping things private.
Help Is Close at Hand
There are many services within your community that can support you on your mental health journey. Many social service agencies are fully funded by the government and there is no out-of-pocket cost. These include the Community Outreach Teams (CREST) and Community Intervention Teams (COMIT). There are also GPs, polyclinics, and hospitals that provide mental health support.
If you are unsure, reach out to CREST, one of the mental health first-stop touchpoints that can advise you on the kind of mental health support you need and provide emotional support. CREST promotes early identification of at-risk individuals and provides psychosocial intervention to support those with mental health needs and their caregivers in the community. Find your nearest CREST provider.
These services are part of the Community Mental Health Masterplan, which is developed by the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) together with the Ministry of Health (MOH). You may find out more about the Masterplan in this PDF resource.
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Mental Health Conditions’ Diagnosis And Treatments
