This report examines the economic impact of maternal depression during the perinatal period (pregnancy
and the first year after childbirth) in Malaysia. Perinatal depression affects 1 in 8 expectant and new mothers in the country, leading to significant physical, social, and psychological consequences for both mothers and their children. Addressing maternal mental health is an urgent public concern.
The compliance strategy known as the “foot-in-the-door” technique is a persuasion tactic that involves making a small request that someone is likely to agree to, and then later following up with a larger request. This technique is based on the principle of consistency, as people prefer not to contradict themselves in both actions and beliefs. […]
Self-harm is a complex issue, stemming from sufferers intentionally inflicting injury upon themselves as a means of dealing with emotional distress, overwhelming circumstances, or troubling thoughts. Frequently intertwined with mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, or trauma, self-harm manifests in various forms, including cutting, burning, or hitting oneself. What leads someone to self-harm? The motivations […]
