Institute of Mental Health is the country’s main psychiatric hospital and a leading centre for mental health care, research, and education.

It’s situated at Buangkok Green, with a large campus and purpose-built facilities for inpatient and outpatient care.

Treatment covers common conditions such as depression and anxiety as well as complex or severe psychiatric illnesses.

IMH also runs crisis hotlines and mobile teams for urgent mental health support and suicide prevention.

The hospital’s multi-disciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, medical social workers, nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and occupational therapists.

IMH is also involved in public education campaigns to promote mental wellness and reduce stigma around mental illness in Singapore.

For families and caregivers, IMH provides counselling, support groups, and educational resources to help them cope and assist their loved ones.

Referrals to IMH can be made by polyclinics, GPs, hospitals, or in urgent cases via the Emergency Department at IMH itself.

Overall, IMH remains dedicated to promoting mental wellness and supporting recovery for individuals and read more families dealing with psychiatric conditions.