CNA Special - The mental health struggles of elite athletes
Physical injuries are par for the course for any professional athlete. Yet, behind their blood, sweat and tears to achieve sporting success, another foe lurks – an insidious adversary existing in their minds. In this special CNA podcast, national swimmer Quah Ting Wen and mixed martial arts fighter Angela Lee-Pucci share why it took them so long to talk openly about their mental health struggles and how they have learnt to tame their minds.
CNA Special - Age of Anxiety: A hyper-connected but lonely generation (Part 2)
When Sneha left the hospital after her suicide attempt, she returned to a reality she loathed. But that proved to be a critical turning point and set her on the road to recovery. With the national infrastructure ramping up to help young people cope with their mental health challenges, other deeper shifts in their personal lives deserve attention too. But who holds the key to tackling these? In part two, Crispina Robert investigates the crucial ingredients to combat this mental health scourge. WHERE TO SEEK HELP If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please consider reaching out to one of the helplines below. Youthline: +65 6436 6612 (call), 8533 9460 (text) and over email at hello [at] youthline.sg (hello[at]youthline[dot]sg). Youthline provides free mental health support to youth via phone, email or a live chat service. It runs from 9am to midnight daily. Calls outside of operating hours are redirected to Samaritans of Singapore or the Singapore Civil Defence Force for emergency medical services. Samaritans of Singapore: 1767 (call), 9151 1767 (WhatsApp text) and over email at pat [at] sos.org.sg (pat[at]sos[dot]org[dot]sg). Samaritans of Singapore provides round-the-clock confidential emotional support for individuals in crisis, thinking about or affected by suicide. The call and text-based services are operational 24 hours a day, every day of the week. National Mindline: 1771 (call), 6669 1771 (WhatsApp) and through online webchat on the http://mindline.sg/fsmh website. This is a round-the-clock confidential national-level helpline. Beyond immediate counselling, those who require more support can be directed to the appropriate care and resources.
CNA Special - Age of Anxiety: What’s driving the youth mental health crisis in Singapore? (Part 1)
It was the call that all parents dread – news that his 17-year-old son took his life. Five years on, “Sean” still grapples with the reasons why. The reality is that one in three young people in Singapore experience significant mental health challenges. What’s driving these numbers? Crispina Robert goes in search of answers and speaks to people living through their own darkness and professionals on the frontlines. WHERE TO SEEK HELP If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please consider reaching out to one of the helplines below. Youthline: +65 6436 6612 (call), 8533 9460 (text) and over email at hello [at] youthline.sg (hello[at]youthline[dot]sg). Youthline provides free mental health support to youth via phone, email or a live chat service. It runs from 9am to midnight daily. Calls outside of operating hours are redirected to Samaritans of Singapore or the Singapore Civil Defence Force for emergency medical services. Samaritans of Singapore: 1767 (call), 9151 1767 (WhatsApp text) and over email at pat [at] sos.org.sg (pat[at]sos[dot]org[dot]sg). Samaritans of Singapore provides round-the-clock confidential emotional support for individuals in crisis, thinking about or affected by suicide. The call and text-based services are operational 24 hours a day, every day of the week. National Mindline: 1771 (call), 6669 1771 (WhatsApp) and through online webchat on the http://mindline.sg/fsmh website. This is a round-the-clock confidential national-level helpline. Beyond immediate counselling, those who require more support can be directed to the appropriate care and resources.
CNA Special - A Gambler's Bluff: The Downfall (Episode 4)
Xander traces Chia’s final moments before his arrest, uncovering the ridiculous amounts he was betting. As Chia’s debts grow and cheques bounce, the consequences catch up. Was he ever in control? Directed by Ken MinehanWritten by Juliana SeahProduced by Savitha Arumugam and Toh SherminSound Design: GrydExecutive Producers: Audrey Anthoney and Jeevan NathanCommissioning Editor: Shamala Rajendran This podcast series is produced by Protagonist by M for CNA.
CNA Special - A Gambler's Bluff: High-Stakes Love (Episode 3)
Xander finds out more about the women in Chia’s life: true love or part of his scheme? As his fraud and bets escalate, he’s trapped in a cycle of deception. How much longer can he play this game? Directed by Ken MinehanWritten by Juliana SeahProduced by Savitha Arumugam and Toh SherminSound Design: GrydExecutive Producers: Audrey Anthoney and Jeevan NathanCommissioning Editor: Shamala Rajendran This podcast series is produced by Protagonist by M for CNA.
CNA Special - A Gambler's Bluff: A Dragon Rises (Episode 2)
Xander uncovers how Chia Teck Leng began his scheme, using APB’s name for loans, stealing funds, and silencing doubters. As he gains trust, foreign banks fuel his fraud. How far will he go to hide it? Directed by Ken MinehanWritten by Juliana SeahProduced by Savitha Arumugam and Toh SherminSound Design: GrydExecutive Producers: Audrey Anthoney and Jeevan NathanCommissioning Editor: Shamala Rajendran This podcast series is produced by Protagonist by M for CNA.
