Institute of Mental Health Singapore

26/06/2026

Not every day feels okay. And that's more common than most people say out loud. 💙

Some days, happiness feels genuinely out of reach, and no amount of "good vibes" can change that.

But your brain is more malleable than you think. Small, consistent habits done even on the hard days, can quietly shift things over time.

Here are 5 habits worth returning to.☝️ Save this post!

23/06/2026

We've refreshed our website! Explore new features designed to help patients, caregivers and the public access information and support more easily.

🔍 Find Doctors & Services — One platform to search for doctors and services across NHG
📚 NHG Health Library — Trusted health resources and medication information from across NHG

Visit us at: www.imh.com.sg

21/06/2026

For more than 20 years, nursing has been part of Shamsul's story at IMH. Today, it's part of his son's too.

This Father's Day, we're celebrating Shamsul and Asraf, a father-and-son nursing duo whose shared passion for caring for others has brought them to the same profession, and even the same workplace.

Growing up, Asraf saw firsthand the dedication his father brought to nursing. Years later, he followed in his footsteps and joined IMH, where both now contribute to the care and recovery of patients.

“This Father’s Day, I’m thankful for a role model whose compassion and humility continue to inspire me every day. I’m proud to follow in his footsteps and honoured to share this journey with him at IMH,” shares Asraf.

Their story is a reminder that the impact of care can extend far beyond our patients. Sometimes, it inspires the next generation too.

Happy Father's Day to all fathers and father figures in our IMH family. 💙

19/06/2026

Early life experiences can shape how we respond to stress, relationships and difficult emotions years later.

IMH is looking for participants for a research study exploring how emotion regulation training may help individuals with adverse childhood experiences and symptoms of depression.

By joining this study, you’ll help shape future approaches to depression prevention and care.

Find out more at http://www.predict-imhresearch.sg/istair-sign-up/

18/06/2026

Your mental health doesn't clock out when you log in.

Work can be a source of meaning, connection and growth, but only when we take care of ourselves while we're in it.

☝️ Here are 4 gentle reminders to ease the weight of the workday. Pick what you need most today.

17/06/2026

𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘉𝘪𝘳𝘥 𝘙𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 30 𝘑𝘶𝘯𝘦! 𝘌𝘯𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦.

Primary care doctors are becoming the crucial first point of contact for mental health support as Singapore's healthcare evolves under Healthier SG.

The Graduate Diploma in Mental Health (GDMH), jointly presented by the Institute of Mental Health and NUS Medicine Division of Graduate Studies, has been building mental health competencies since 2010. The programme equips doctors with the skills to confidently diagnose and manage mild to moderate mental health conditions in the community, with 97% of recent graduates reporting increased confidence in these areas.

What you'll learn:
• Identifying and diagnosing common psychiatric disorders
• Treatment approaches and assessment methodologies
• Managing and prescribing basic psychiatric medications
• Clinical exposure with mental health specialists

Programme Details:

📅 Registration: From now to 30 June 2026
🎓 50 CME points upon completion
💰 80% MOH subsidy for eligible participants*

Enhance your mental health expertise and better serve your patients in Singapore's evolving healthcare landscape. 👉

*More info: https://www.nhghealth.com.sg/imh/education/medical-education/gdmh

12/06/2026

Got a trip coming up? ✈️

While some of us can't wait to get on the plane, flying can feel stressful for others. Maybe it's the turbulence, being in an unfamiliar environment, or simply not knowing what to expect.

The good news is that a little preparation can go a long way. Senior consultant Dr Lau Boon Jia shares some simple tips to help both adults and children feel calmer and more confident before take-off.

Swipe through for the tips, and save this post for your next trip! 💙

04/06/2026

Providing quality healthcare and caring for our planet go hand in hand. 🌱

Join us at the Singapore Healthcare Sustainability Symposium (SHSS) on 27 October at Woodlands Hospital to explore how the healthcare sector can reduce its environmental footprint while continuing to deliver excellent patient care.

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Join us at this year's Singapore Healthcare Sustainability Symposium (SHSS) on 27 October at Woodlands Hospital!

Held in conjunction with Sustainability Week, we will focus on the dual imperative of maintaining clinical excellence while systematically reducing the carbon footprint of healthcare delivery.

Mark your calendar and register here: https://form.gov.sg/6a013016157bf6702845398f

03/06/2026

The science is clear: moving your body is one of the most powerful things you can do for your mental wellbeing and resilience.

And no, it doesn’t always have to an expensive gym membership.

Swipe for simple, actionable ways to make movement a lasting part of your life.