There are many reasons why people develop mental health conditions or experience mental health problems. Common factors that influence mental health include:<\/p>\n No matter the reason, it\u2019s important to seek help so you can start to feel better. Remember there\u2019s nothing wrong with asking for help. In fact, mental health checkups for your psychiatric health and emotional wellbeing are just as important as physical health checkups<\/a>.<\/p>\n The following are some of the best resources in Thailand for expats dealing with mental health issues.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re feeling depressed, lonely, or suicidal, The Samaritans of Thailand<\/a> have an English hotline that you can call daily at 02 113 6789 (Press 2). The free service gives you access to staff who are trained in suicide prevention, though you don\u2019t have to be suicidal to benefit from the hotline.<\/p>\n Simply talking to someone can make a big difference, especially someone who is trained to listen carefully while you share your problems.<\/p>\n Once you leave a voicemail on the English hotline, a staff member will call you back within 24 hours. You don\u2019t have to give your real name since the service is anonymous.<\/p>\n The Bangkok Mental Health Rehabilitation and Recovery Center (BMRC)<\/a> at Bangkok Hospital focuses on treating, diagnosing, and rehabilitating patients with mental health issues.<\/p>\n In the event of a life-threatening mental health crisis, it\u2019s best to go straight to the emergency room of an international hospital and ask to see the psychiatrist on duty.<\/p>\n Bangkok Hospital (along with Manarom Hospital mentioned below) has mental health services and facilities for these situations including inpatient care, outpatient services, day programs, and counseling.<\/p>\n Manarom Hospital<\/a> is a leading private hospital that specializes in mental and behavioral healthcare in Thailand. The hospital offers a wide variety of mental health services, including adult psychiatry and day programs for individuals and groups.<\/p>\n The multidisciplinary staff are trained in dealing with an array of mental health conditions and concerns including substance abuse, family problems, PTSD, and behavioral problems.<\/p>\n Psychological Services International (PSI)<\/a> is a Bangkok-based mental health provider that has been offering counseling, therapy, and assessment services to expats since 2001.<\/p>\n Counselors at PSI are trained as psychotherapists, psychologists, and social workers, which means they can also help if you\u2019re looking for medication for a mental health condition. Staff at PSI speak English, French, and Thai.<\/p>\n PSI serves clients outside of the capital city through online services as well.<\/p>\n The only fully licensed counseling center in Bangkok, the New Counseling Service (NCS)<\/a> provides mental health services, counseling, and training to expats and locals alike.<\/p>\n Operating for over 20 years, NCS offers support for a wide range of mental health issues from anxiety and depression to crisis intervention and grief counseling. Staff at NCS speak many languages aside from Thai and English, including Japanese, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Dutch.<\/p>\n If you feel like you need help with your mental health concern, the first step you can take is to call the Samaritans. Remember that it is a callback service, so you will hear from them within 24 hours.<\/p>\n The next thing you want to do is see a counselor as soon as possible. Email one of the aforementioned counseling centers (PSI and NCS) or a provider of your choice and let them know that you\u2019re looking for help as soon as possible.<\/p>\n However, if you\u2019re in a life-threatening crisis, visit the psychiatrist on duty at an international hospital right away. Hospitals will ask you for insurance or payment, but don\u2019t let that stop you from putting your health first.<\/p>\n While the previously mentioned Bangkok and Manarom Hospitals have dedicated psychiatrist units, any psychiatrist can help in an emergency.<\/p>\n In the meantime, you will be happy to know that maintaining your mental health is something anybody can do with simple changes to your lifestyle, like following a healthy diet plan, incorporating certain activities, and more. Below are some key tips for caring for your mental health:<\/p>\n If you experience any of the following distressing symptoms that persist for two weeks or more, don\u2019t hesitate to seek professional help as quickly as possible:<\/p>\n If you have a relative or friend who\u2019s going through mental health issues, you will be happy to know you can lend them a helping hand with a little empathy. Below are some key tips for helping someone with mental health issues:<\/p>\n Further reading:<\/p>\n Whether your insurance plan covers psychiatric care depends on your exact policy. If your health insurance plan does cover these services, you\u2019ll likely have to wait before you can use it to visit a psychiatrist due to waiting periods.<\/p>\n Note that travel insurance typically doesn\u2019t cover mental health issues. Similarly, international health insurance in Thailand<\/a> may require co-payments for mental health services. Your best bet is to secure a comprehensive insurance plan that covers all of your costs when visiting a psychiatrist.<\/p>\n Be sure to carefully research your options to ensure you can access all the services you\u2019re after.<\/p>\n![\"Get](\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.co.th\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Banner-v3.jpg\")
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