Living with Depression

[verykiasu2010]

Midnight Sun:

DH is experiencing symptoms of depression over the last few months - sleep interuption, empty feeling, suspicions, anxiety, self-doubts, cannot focus, etc. He has been feeling much stress from work and we have some slight marital problems as well. Our 2 young kids are also zapping his energy, whatever there is left after work. Any recommendations for a good psychatrist who charges reasonably? Thank you so much.

Don't think you want to straight away see a psychiatrist unless it is really pit-bottom - bear in mind the stigma MAY stay with your DH for a long while

Can consider seeing your church pastor about it. It will be easier, and free

[verykiasu2010]

http://www.lawsociety.org.sg/directory/judiciary_otherBodies/familyJuvenile.aspx


COUNSELLING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES (CAPS)

Name\t Title\t Number

Ms Sarinah Mohamed\tActing Director\t6435 5414
Mr Ronald Lim Teck Seng\tAssistant Directors\t6435 6251
Ms Nur Izzah Bte Amir\t6435 5417
Ms Goh Soo Cheng\tSenior Social Worker\t6435 6272
Mr Samuel Chua\tCounsellors\t6435 6110
Ms Cynthia Teo\t6435 6275
Mr Ho Yew Wai\t6435 6274
Ms Audrey Lum\tPsychologist\t6435 6271
Ms Annie Lee\tFamily Counsellor\t6435 5416

[Quintessential Mum]

You may want to consider family counselling or even taking a holiday with your DH or taking time off alone like dinner etc and talk to him first before deciding on professional psychiatric help.

[duriz]

You may wish to read this thread as well.

Just to know that you're not alone.

http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5113

[verykiasu2010]

Quintessential Mum:

You may want to consider family counselling or even taking a holiday with your DH or taking time off alone like dinner etc and talk to him first before deciding on professional psychiatric help.

there is also \"the marriage\" course that any married couple can sign up

[duriz]

verykiasu2010:

Quintessential Mum:

You may want to consider family counselling or even taking a holiday with your DH or taking time off alone like dinner etc and talk to him first before deciding on professional psychiatric help.

there is also \"the marriage\" course that any married couple can sign up

That's good advice from verykiasu2010 :celebrate:

DH and I attended the Marriage Prep Course @ Fei Yue before we wed.
A year after our wedding, we went for the Couple's Workshop.
You can choose either group, couple or individual counselling.
http://www.fycs.org/

There are other centres available as well, depending on your preference:

http://familylife.sg/

http://www.carecom.org.sg/

http://www.carecorner.org.sg/

http://www.fathers.com.sg/

http://www.mws.org.sg/

http://www.emcc.org.sg/

http://www.goodnews.org.sg/

http://www.shanyou.org.sg/

http://www.tcs.org.sg/

[kaitlynangelica]

Midnight Sun:

DH is experiencing symptoms of depression over the last few months - sleep interuption, empty feeling, suspicions, anxiety, self-doubts, cannot focus, etc. He has been feeling much stress from work and we have some slight marital problems as well. Our 2 young kids are also zapping his energy, whatever there is left after work. Any recommendations for a good psychatrist who charges reasonably? Thank you so much.

I've sent you a PM. Good luck!

[Midnight Sun]

Thanks ladies who have given advice here and sent me pms. Reading up on the earlier posts certainly do help me feel better and assess the situation more clearly.


I’ve arranged for HB to see a counsellor first, and he’s receptive to it. If necessary, proceed to see a pyschaitrist if he needs further help. Hopefully, can update on any good progress soon.

[duriz]

Midnight Sun:

Thanks ladies who have given advice here and sent me pms. Reading up on the earlier posts certainly do help me feel better and assess the situation more clearly.


I've arranged for HB to see a counsellor first, and he's receptive to it. If necessary, proceed to see a pyschaitrist if he needs further help. Hopefully, can update on any good progress soon.

Wishing you and yours the best, Midnight Sun.
I hope your DH has a fruitful session with the counsellor.

:hugs:

[janet88]

Midnight Sun:

Thanks ladies who have given advice here and sent me pms. Reading up on the earlier posts certainly do help me feel better and assess the situation more clearly.


I've arranged for HB to see a counsellor first, and he's receptive to it. If necessary, proceed to see a pyschaitrist if he needs further help. Hopefully, can update on any good progress soon.

Hi,
Hope your hubby's condition improves after a few sessions. Should he require further help, do seek a psychiatrist. Mental problems can be serious and not something anyone can say, 'get out of it'. All the best.