In this episode, we sat down with Amanda Xavier, a clinical psychologist, founder of Pocket of Care, TikTok-er and mental health advocate, to chat about her journey as a clinical psychologist, mental health stigma, the impact of our childhood on mental health and the inadequacy of our mental health system during the pandemic.

Disclaimer: This episode was pre-recorded before the Home Ministry and Attorney-General declared that attempted suicides would no longer be classed as a criminal activity. Since the recording of this episode, Section 309 of the Penal Code which criminalizes individuals attempting suicide will be abolished.

Connect with Amanda

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/pocketofcare/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amondexvr?

Website:https://pocketofcare.carrd.co/

Resources

🌸 Affordable Mental Health Services in Malaysia 🌸

https://www.instagram.com/p/CPkvbwhBiAD/?utm_medium=copy_link

If you need to seek professional help please visit the following website, https://www.befrienders.org.my/ or call BeFrienders at 03-76272929

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