Razwana Begum Abdul Rahim on advancing mental health
The motion calls for a whole-of-Government approach to strengthen mental health and well-being, said NMP Razwana Begum Abdul Rahim. This is a positive approach, she said in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 6). However, it is important that the Government also works closely with the private and community sectors, as well as people of all ages, backgrounds and capabilities. She cautioned against simply introducing more and more services and stressed the need to acknowledge and address existing and emerging factors that increase vulnerability and are impediments to positive mental health and well-being. She said mental health is a vital component of overall well-being and is characterised by an individual’s capacity to manage life stressors. In essence, mental health extends beyond the mere absence of mental disorders and is intrinsic to overall quality of life, she added.
The motion calls for a whole-of-Government approach to strengthen mental health and well-being, said NMP Razwana Begum Abdul Rahim. This is a positive approach, she said in Parliament on Tuesday (Feb 6). However, it is important that the Government also works closely with the private and community sectors, as well as people of all ages, backgrounds and capabilities. She cautioned against simply introducing more and more services and stressed the need to acknowledge and address existing and emerging factors that increase vulnerability and are impediments to positive mental health and well-being. She said mental health is a vital component of overall well-being and is characterised by an individual’s capacity to manage life stressors. In essence, mental health extends beyond the mere absence of mental disorders and is intrinsic to overall quality of life, she added.
