Bakit maraming Pinoy ang hirap humingi ng tulong para sa mental health? | Need to Know
Summary
TLDRThe video script highlights the alarming state of mental health in the Philippines, with 3.6 million affected by mental and neurological disorders. It discusses the prevalence of conditions like anxiety, depression, and schizophrenia, and emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health as a societal issue. The script calls for increased awareness, the reduction of stigma, and the need for systemic support, including training for community workers and accessible mental health services. It also underscores the role of traditional healers and the significance of individual and community involvement in promoting mental well-being.
Takeaways
- 😔 Mental health is a significant issue in the Philippines, with 3.6 million Filipinos suffering from mental and neurological disorders.
- 📈 There are approximately 88 mental health cases per 100,000 Filipinos, highlighting the prevalence of mental health problems in the country.
- 🧐 Common mental health disorders include anxiety, depression, paranoia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
- 🔍 A survey by OCTA Research in March 2021 revealed that 28 percent of Filipinos reported emotional problems, with stress being a major factor.
- 🤔 Systematic reviews in psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology suggest that there are barriers to seeking help for mental health issues, including stigma.
- 😥 The stigma associated with mental health in the Philippines can lead to victim-blaming and a reluctance to seek help, exacerbating the problem.
- 🌐 Cultural traits, behaviors, and beliefs contribute to the systemic problem of mental health, with unhealthy coping mechanisms being deeply ingrained.
- 🙏 The role of traditional healers or 'albulario' in the Philippines is acknowledged, but there is a call to understand mental health as an issue of well-being beyond just spirituality.
- 👂 Listening and providing support without judgment is emphasized as a crucial part of helping individuals with mental health issues.
- 📞 The National Center for Mental Health reported a high volume of calls to their mental health hotline, indicating a need for accessible mental health support.
- 🏥 There is a systemic failure in implementing the Mental Health Act in the Philippines, with a lack of funding and resources for training and support.
- 💰 The need for increased funding is highlighted for training youth leaders, school organization leaders, community workers, and health workers to provide support in mental health care.
Q & A
What is the estimated number of Filipinos affected by mental and neurological disorders?
-Approximately 3.6 million Filipinos are affected by mental and neurological disorders.
How many mental health cases were reported in a survey conducted by OCTA Research in March 2021?
-The survey reported 88 mental health cases.
What are some of the common mental health problems and disorders mentioned in the script?
-The script mentions anxiety disorders, depression, paranoia, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), behavioral and emotional disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and psychosis.
What percentage of the population was reported to have emotional problems according to the OCTA Research survey?
-The survey reported that 28 percent of the population has emotional problems.
What is the significance of the term 'systematic review' in the context of the script?
-The term 'systematic review' refers to a method of research that is used to identify, select, assess, and synthesize all high-quality evidence relevant to a specific research question, which in this case is related to mental health.
Why is there a stigma associated with mental health in the Philippines according to the script?
-The stigma is associated with mental health due to cultural traits, behaviors, and beliefs that consider mental health issues as a personal weakness or something to be ashamed of, leading to victim-blaming and a lack of support.
What is the role of traditional healers or 'albulario' in the context of mental health in the Philippines?
-The role of traditional healers is not to negate but to understand that they can contribute to a person's mental health situation, especially in areas where modern mental health services are limited or inaccessible.
What is the importance of listening when someone is sharing their mental health struggles?
-Listening is crucial as it provides a safe space for individuals to express their feelings and experiences without judgment. It allows for empathy and understanding, which can be therapeutic and supportive.
What is the current state of mental health facilities and professionals in the Philippines based on the latest data from the Department of Health (DOH) and WHO?
-The occupancy rate of mental health centers, especially in the national capital region and major cities, is high. There is a shortage of psychiatrists, with only three to five percent coverage per 100,000 population, indicating a significant gap in mental health services.
What is the role of the National Center for Mental Health in providing support during the crisis?
-The National Center for Mental Health operates a mental health hotline that received 10,544 calls between January and July 2021, providing an essential service for those in need of immediate support and guidance.
What steps are suggested in the script to improve mental health awareness and support in the Philippines?
-The script suggests large-scale training for youth leaders, school organization leaders, community workers, and community health workers to provide support when professionals are overwhelmed. It also emphasizes the need for societal and community involvement in building an accepting and helpful environment for mental health.
Outlines
😔 Mental Health Awareness and Stigma in the Philippines
This paragraph discusses the alarming state of mental health in the Philippines, highlighting the high number of affected individuals and the types of disorders prevalent, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and OCD. It emphasizes the importance of mental health and the barriers to seeking help, including societal stigma and cultural beliefs. The script also touches on the systemic and structural issues that contribute to the problem, suggesting that the community and cultural traits play a role in the reluctance to seek professional help and the perpetuation of unhealthy coping mechanisms.
🌱 The Role of Traditional Healers and Support in Mental Health
The second paragraph explores the role of traditional healers, known as 'albulario', in the context of Filipino mental health care. It suggests that while these healers can provide support, it is essential to recognize mental health as a broader issue of well-being that may also involve religious beliefs and spirituality. The paragraph stresses the importance of listening and providing support without making promises that cannot be guaranteed, to avoid disappointment and potential harm. It also mentions the need for training and awareness to help individuals and communities provide support for those struggling with mental health issues.
🚨 Systemic Failures and the Need for Mental Health Infrastructure
The final paragraph addresses the systemic failures in implementing the Mental Health Act in the Philippines, questioning the availability of budget and resources for large-scale training of youth leaders, school organization leaders, and community health workers. It calls for recognition of the vulnerability of each individual and the importance of raising awareness and information to build a supportive society. The paragraph also provides statistics on the occupancy rate of mental health centers and the number of psychiatrists available per population, illustrating the gap in mental health services. It concludes by emphasizing the significance of mental health and the collective responsibility to create an accepting and helpful environment.
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Keywords
💡Mental Health
💡Neurological Disorders
💡Anxiety Disorders
💡Depression
💡Stigma
💡Mental Health Act
💡Albulario
💡Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
💡Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
💡Bipolar Disorder
💡Mental Health Hotline
Highlights
3.6 million Filipinos suffer from mental and neurological disorders.
88 mental health cases reported in the Philippines.
Common mental health problems include anxiety disorders, depression, paranoia, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and behavioral and emotional disorders are also prevalent.
Post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and psychosis are among the mental health issues faced.
A survey by OCTA Research in March 2021 revealed 28% of respondents had emotional problems.
Stress is identified as a systematic and non-social factor affecting mental health.
There is a significant stigma associated with seeking mental health help in the Philippines.
Cultural traits and beliefs contribute to unhealthy coping mechanisms for mental health issues.
The capacity of traditional healers (albulario) in improving mental health is acknowledged but not negated.
Mental health is an issue of well-being, intertwined with religious belief and spirituality among Filipinos.
Support systems are crucial, with the emphasis on listening rather than giving suggestions.
Mental health professionals and institutions are encouraged to provide assistance and resources.
Mental health conditions are long-term and require long-term solutions and support.
Data from the Department of Health (DOH) and WHO show a high occupancy rate in mental health centers.
There is a shortage of psychiatrists per 100,000 population and a low health budget allocated for mental health.
The implementation of the Mental Health Act is seen as a systemic failure.
Funding is needed for large-scale training of youth leaders, school organization leaders, and community health workers.
The National Center for Mental Health received 10,544 calls through their hotline from January to July 2021.
Individual vulnerability to mental health issues is recognized, and awareness is promoted for societal participation.
Mental health matters, and each person's well-being is emphasized as important.
Transcripts
it's okay not to be okay pero parabang
it's not really okay
3.6 million filipinos
is mental and neurological disorder at
88 mental health cases
about 100 000 pilipino
here's what you need to know
mental health matters
mental health problems at disorder
and anxiety disorders
depression paranoia
bipolar disorder
schizophrenia
obsessive compulsive disorder or ocd
behavioral and emotional disorders la
lunas
post traumatic stress disorder eating
disorder at psychosis
ions
surveying octa research on march 2021 28
percent
emotional problems
stress
is a systematic review non-social
psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology
no filipino helps seeking for mental
health problems and associated barriers
and facilitators
ang stigma to also mental health
bilangisang nakakahiyang saki
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mental health it's alarming in a sense
not it's affecting the people who needs
mental health care
instead
until it's uh severe comed victim
blaming maryland i'm blaming the patient
and
this causes a lot of stigma and we're
just talking about the householder
community
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with friends or families who's a
structural systemic problem
cultural trait
behaviors and beliefs then excessive
being unhealthy coping mechanism
in some mental health
that is deeply ingrained in us to the
point that we are ready to sacrifice
ourselves
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does that mean we have to negate the
capacity of our albulario traditional
healers
to help better a person's mental health
situation we shouldn't we have to
understand that mental health is in is
an issue of well-being
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religious belief at level of
spirituality
filipino
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i'm here to support you
but of course we don't promise anything
that could be disappointing and could
possibly be triggering satan
problem as a mental health i gonna
promise cannon support tapas in the end
is it
helpful that we have several avenues
wherein people are saying
i'm here to listen and so the best thing
to do during those times when someone is
talking to you someone is telling you
what's going on is to listen
training
try not to give
suggestions
try to just listen and then provide the
names the actual names of these people
you know the institutions
where these people are from and provide
assistance in reaching out to those
people
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mental health problems
we treat mental health like it could be
just a common flu
okay
when in fact mental health conditions
are long-term conditions which would
require
long-term
solutions and long-term assistance ions
the latest data molasses doh at who sabu
um
92 na an occupancy rate majority in
among mental health centers i located
the national capital region atmanga
major cities
psychiatrists per 100 000 population
three to five percent langdin
health budget
mental health
mental health nangbawa filipino going
into accessible mura
this is the systemic failure of the
implementation of our mental health act
the problem is do we have the budget for
it
so again we need funding to train
large-scale training of youth leaders
of school organization leaders community
workers community health workers
we need a large-scale training for those
groups of people so that they can
provide um support when the
professionals are still swamp with other
cases
national center for mental health nitung
january july 2021
mental health hotline nasa 10
544 calls
we also need to recognize that
each individual can be vulnerable there
is no harm
in saying
it's a recognition on our partners
a lack of information lack of awareness
we have to let everyone in our society
in our community to take part in
in in uh building a a society that is
accepting
and helpful towards the achievement of
mental health
mental health matters
you matter
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