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Mental health in Indonesia
Mental health in Indonesia
Mental health in Indonesia
Sunday 2nd June 2019
Sandy Onie shares his journey with mental illness and his mission to improve mental health services in Indonesia on 'All In The Mind'.
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Get the buttons here!Shattering Stigmas: Sandy Onie's Mission for Mental Health in Indonesia
I think that's one of the things that really needs to change: that it's okay to be vulnerable, that it's okay to share about your issues, it's okay to see a psychiatrist, it's okay to see a psychologist.
Imagine living in a place where mental health issues are so stigmatized that people are literally caged. This is the reality in some parts of Indonesia, where the practice of 'pasung'—confining individuals with mental illness in cages—is still a grim reality. In this episode of 'All In The Mind', Indonesian PhD candidate Sandy Onie shares his deeply personal journey through mental illness and his relentless drive to change the narrative around mental health in his homeland.
Sandy opens up about his own struggles and those of his father, painting a vivid picture of the cultural pressures and lack of resources that make seeking help nearly impossible. He delves into the societal taboos that keep people from acknowledging their mental health issues, let alone addressing them. But Sandy isn't just sharing his story; he's on a mission to educate and empower others. He believes that breaking the silence is the first step toward healing and change.
You'll hear about Sandy's efforts to improve mental health literacy in Indonesia, making it clear that it's okay to not be okay. By raising awareness and equipping people with the knowledge and tools they need, Sandy hopes to dismantle the stigma and bring about a much-needed transformation in how mental health is perceived and treated in Indonesia. Tune in to hear Sandy's inspiring story and learn how one person's determination can spark a movement for change.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in mental health advocacy and the power of personal experience to drive social change.