{"content":"A S K P S Y\n\nThroughout our lives we face countless ups and downs, some better and some worse. Some events may push us forward, and some may pull us down. Shrugging off a bad day is not as easy as it seems. We all have our own challenges, and you never know what the other person is going through. One thing you can be sure of is that we are always here to help, listen and perhaps nudge you in the right direction.\n\nAskPsychologist began as an idea for us to address some of the issues Malaysians face when it comes to mental health. We believe that it is as important as physical health. Here, our team is composed of a group of certified mental health professionals working together since 2019 to bridge the gap between mental health service providers and the people. We aspire to provide you with a safe space, that you will always be greeted by open arms. 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Such prolonged feelings can actually inhibit normal lifestyle.   \n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/how-to-help-someone-with-depression)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/e45e88fa-4b62-44c7-b910-ef7df4743722.jpg)](/articles/article-details/-mental-health-vs-mental-Illness-Is-it-the-same-)\n\nMental Health vs. Mental Illness: Is it the same?\n\nThe terms “mental health” and “mental illness” are frequently being used as if they connote the same meaning, but they actually do not. Every single one of us have mental health, the same way that we all have physical health. And throughout the course of our lives, not all individuals would go on to experience having a mental illness, but at least in one point of our lives, every single one of us would eventually come to a point where we struggle or face challenges with our mental well-being (a.k.a., our mental health), and this is fairly comparable to when we would all have challenges with our physical health from time to time, so let’s dive deeper into understanding what this really means.\n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/-mental-health-vs-mental-Illness-Is-it-the-same-)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/3848bf98-b8e8-45a1-aa08-7d68293cb30d.jpg)](/articles/article-details/the-difference-between-psychiatrists-clinical-psychologists-and-counselors-)\n\nWhat’s the difference between psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and counselors?\n\nTo most people, psychiatrists, psychologists and counselors tend to conjure up the same imagery. That it is a mental-health professional talking to a client while the client is on the couch. While it is not completely wrong, it is not completely true either. Psychiatrists, psychologists and counselors are all trained to understand and help with emotional issues, but however, there remains a huge difference between the three professions.\n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/the-difference-between-psychiatrists-clinical-psychologists-and-counselors-)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/ef6e9619-9272-4c13-8552-4dbac90e7eba.jpg)](/articles/article-details/differences-between-adhd-autism)\n\nWhat are the differences between ADHD and Autism?\n\nAccording to the 2019 National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS, 2019), about 424,000 children in Malaysia are affected by mental health issues. Among the more common ones that we may have heard is  ADHD and autism. Both are neurodevelopmental disorders that could share some similar symptoms, and both conditions can be present at the same time.  \n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/differences-between-adhd-autism)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/7ba75a79-a6f8-4e44-9c2f-02d971b4561d.jpg)](/articles/article-details/how-to-know-if-you-have-anxiety-or-depression)\n\nHow to know if you have anxiety or depression?\n\nMental health is one of the most overlooked aspects of personal health, especially in Malaysia. The Ministry of Health estimates that almost 1 in 3 Malaysians may be facing mental health issues. With such a common occurrence, somehow people do not really talk about it much at all.   \n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/how-to-know-if-you-have-anxiety-or-depression)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/fc75b4bc-b9db-447e-bff3-02f2b0a004bc.jpg)](/articles/article-details/-how-to-communicate-with-those-suffering-from-mental-illness-and-suicidal-ideation-)\n\nHow to communicate with those suffering from mental illness and suicidal ideation?\n\nCommunication is not always easy. This is especially true when one of the parties is in distressed. It is just instinct that we would want to help but what happens if the person refuses to listen? Sometimes, we are so caught up with trying to solve people’s problems, that we forgot to listen to what they are trying to say or what they want. To counter such communication problems, a clinical psychologist has developed a communication method that we all can use when communicating with someone in distressed. Let’s all learn better ways of communication in this article.  [Read More](/articles/article-details/-how-to-communicate-with-those-suffering-from-mental-illness-and-suicidal-ideation-)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/22e83972-4fdc-45db-bd7d-6b35c588d3ed.jpg)](/articles/article-details/-what-can-you-learn-from-a-hedgehog-tips-on-cognitive-style-self-development-and-career-choices-)\n\nWhat can you learn from a Hedgehog? Tips on cognitive style, self-development and career choices\n\nWe all know hedgehogs as cute, spiky animals but they are actually more than what they seem to be. Believe it or not, we can learn a lot from these spiky animals, especially students and entrepreneurs. From how we make decisions to how to choose a career path, many theories and concepts have been derived from hedgehogs. Lets read on and see what these cute animals can teach us.\n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/-what-can-you-learn-from-a-hedgehog-tips-on-cognitive-style-self-development-and-career-choices-)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/aa148eaf-14cf-4e33-bfe3-6a6c89c29a6b.jpg)](/articles/article-details/-top-5-importance-of-crying-according-to-researchers-)\n\nTop 5 Importance of Crying According to Researchers\n\nCrying. A natural occurrence that many of us experienced. Despite being a totally normal and human thing to do, shedding tears isn’t always accepted. This is truer to males in an Asian society because some might feel shameful for crying, as Asians aren’t expressive in terms of emotions. Being the literal ‘first thing that you did when you were born’, crying is imperative for the wellbeing of humans, no matter the age. Studies have shown that crying has a plethora of importance and benefits. Do read up on this article if you want to know the top 5 importance of crying.\n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/-top-5-importance-of-crying-according-to-researchers-)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/213e46eb-14aa-4b04-a115-c2bf4ad6b41c.jpg)](/articles/article-details/chinese-have-personalities-too-the-chinese-personality-assessment-inventory-cpai-)\n\nChinese have personalities too: The Chinese Personality Assessment Inventory (CPAI)\n\nMost people know what personalities are. Something akin to traits or characteristics of a person. Chances are that you might have already experienced taking a personality assessment be it in social media, online or from professionals. The more famous personality tests includes the Big Five and the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). It is understandable that most people tend to associate those personality tests with the West, given that most of the personality tests were developed in the West. However, as Asians, how often do we hear of Asian psychological tests? Or specifically, personality tests?\n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/chinese-have-personalities-too-the-chinese-personality-assessment-inventory-cpai-)\n\n[![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/b0c4c392-5074-403e-b1e8-dbdce962e3bb.jpg)](/articles/article-details/-academic-burnout-It-is-real-and-affecting-students-of-all-ages-)\n\nAcademic-burnout: It is real and affecting students of all ages\n\nSPM just got commenced and there is no doubt stress is in the air. Those who are taking and those who have taken the dreaded exam, knows how torturous it is. The same goes for college and university students who are facing exams and thesis writing. The main point of it all is stress and exhaustion. Unfortunately, nowadays, student stress is shrugged off as just something common and insignificant. However, too much stress and exhaustion may cause a student to suffer academic-burnout. Despite it being known as a working-adult problem, many are unware that students too can experience burnout. Such a crippling condition may even lead to dire consequences. \n\n[Read More](/articles/article-details/-academic-burnout-It-is-real-and-affecting-students-of-all-ages-)\n\nAskPsychologist TV\n------------------\n\n#### Media Interviews, Videos, and More\n\n![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/0377990b-ac18-4b7d-94bf-cac5603b7262.png)\n\n![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/f7ce7305-8532-4c7f-811b-e2211bf9d969.png)\n\n![](http://login.askpsychologist.my/Site/Media/686df5c8-c336-4311-a16f-082d78c23a74.png)\n\n#### Contact Us\n\nTake the first step today. 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