Stress or depression

Hello!
Thank you for reaching out to us.

Based on your explanation, seems like you are having trouble with your mental health. Mental health is a sensitive topic but it is an important one. It shouldn’t be taken lightly because it can bring harm and reduce the quality of life. Signs of depression include :

• Feelings of sadness, emptiness or hopelessness

• Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters
• Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities
• Sleep disturbances
• Tiredness and lack of energy
• Reduced appetite
• Anxiety, agitation or restlessness
• Feelings of worthlessness or guilt, fixating on past failures or self-blame
• Trouble thinking, concentrating, making decisions and remembering things

If you have any of these symptoms, it is best to talk to a doctor before self-medicating to treat your condition. There can be underlying medical conditions that could also contribute to your problem. We encourage you to speak to a psychiatrist or a therapist to help you resolve this issue.

You can contact one of these hotlines :

Malaysian Mental Health Association

• Any mental health issue
• Qualified mental health professionals
• Language: English, Malay, Chinese
• Hotline: 03-27806803

GEM Fellowship

• Buddhist
• Provide referral services
• Counselling
• Monday to Friday: 7:30 pm to 9.30 pm
• Wednesday to Friday: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
• Languge: English, Malay
• Hotline: 011-25289610, 011-59944384

BEFRIENDERS

• Hotline numbers:
  KL: 03-7956 8145 (24 hours)
  Ipoh: 05-547 7933 (4pm to 11pm)
  Penang: 04-281 5161 (3pm to midnight)
• E-Mail: sam@befrienders.org.my
• Website: https://www.befrienders.org.my/

We hope that our answer has been helpful. Thank you.

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