How Does Porn Impact The Brain?
Understanding the signs, symptoms, and support options for those that may be suffering in plain sight with high-functioning depression.
How to Cope With Family Rejection After Coming Out
Everyone experiences anger at some point, but for some, it can strike with far greater intensity than others. When not controlled, anger can be a destructive force on your life.
SOME STEPS TO EASE COMING OUT TO ASIAN PARENTS
by Dr Sam Tan, Senior Clinical Psychologist In a previous article, we explored how cultural narratives can add on another layer of complexity in the coming out process for Asian LGBTIQ people. In this article, we will explore some ways to deal with these issues. Step 1. Evaluation Ask yourself the following questions: 1. Why […]
Coming Out To Asian Parents
by Dr Sam Tan, Senior Clinical Psychologist Bring glory to the family Don’t shame the family; or make us lose Face Don’t air dirty laundry in public These are the implicit cultural injunctions that underpin a lot of Asian societies and cultures. And they add on another level of complexity in the coming […]
Tips to Coming Out
Coming out is one of the biggest milestones in the life of someone from the LGBTI community . It can be a freeing and liberating experience. It is also a nerve wracking prospect that is associated with a lot of anticipatory anxiety. Every person’s experience is different. below are some tips and points for consideration […]
Finishing Unfinished Business with Unsent Letters
by Dr Sam Tan, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Centre for Human Potential Chris hated how he automatically cringed and stepped back when someone like Arden walked pass him on the road. Arden had been Chris’ tormentor for the 5 years he was working. He found out that Chris was gay and started to taunt him, insult […]
Rise of ‘silver singles’ after hike in divorce rates in 70s put them off marriage
I read an article about the falling divorce rates. It also points out decreased divorce rates in certain older demographics. It was thought the in previous decades the divorce rates had soared to leave couples thinking what is the point. Below is the article you can have a read for your self. Some highlights are […]
Perils of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Dr Sam Tan, Clinical Psychologist When Adam got gay bashed walking done the street holding his boyfriend’s hand. He did not expect the emotional aftermath to be worse off than his broken nose and jaw. He started experiencing flashbacks and nightmares. He felt jumpy and on edge most of the time. He also felt fearful […]
LGBTQI General Information
Some LGBTQI links The following blog is intended to provide a brief basic source of information regarding LGBTQI topics, please have a look and put them into context . A balanced and educated perspective is always helpful. If you are dealing with any of these issues you do not need to do it alone. The […]
Is there support in the gay community
If I am gay does that mean I need to hang out with other gay people. The answer is you can hang out with who you feel comfortable and who gives you the support you need. Many people feel that by hanging out with others who share something in common like being gay is a […]