Mental Health

CIF Central Corp.
9 hours ago
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Mental Health at Work

Mental health is how we think, feel, and handle stress at work and at home. It is as important as physical health. Filipinos commonly present with depression, anxiety, stress-related complaints, and suicidal thoughts or attempts, but these often appear first as physical symptoms, “pagod,” or behavioral changes rather than explicit mental health complaints.

Reach out to Someone when…

In the last few weeks, you have noticed that you are:

Feeling sad, empty, irritable, or “numb” most days
Always tired, “burned out,” or dragging yourself to work
Headaches, body pains, chest tightness, or poor sleep with no clear cause
Losing interest in work, hobbies, or time with friends and family
Trouble focusing, making decisions, or meeting deadlines
Avoiding people, meetings, or calls
Thoughts like “I’m a burden,” “I’m a failure,” or wishing you wouldn’t wake up

What You Can Do for Your Mental Health

Talk to someone you trust (family, friend, or colleague).
Consider seeing a doctor, psychologist, or counselor.
Support yourself with basics: enough sleep, regular meals, movement (walks, stretching), and short screen breaks.

Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

When It’s an Emergency

Seek urgent help (go to the nearest emergency department or call a crisis line) if:

You are thinking about harming yourself or someone else.
You have a plan or have already tried to hurt yourself.

Philippine Mental Health Hotlines

National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) Crisis Hotline – 1553 (24/7)
NCMH Mobile – 0919-057-1553 / 0917-899-8727
In Touch Crisis Line – (02) 8893-7603 (24/7) / +63-919-056-0709

You are not alone. Help is available, and it is okay to ask for it.

How to Book a Teleconsultation:

Contact Us: Call or email to book your appointment.
Provide Your Details: Share the following with our customer service representative:
- Full Name
- Date of Birth
- Contact Number
- Email Address
- Preferred Appointment Schedule
- Reason for Consultation
Wait for Confirmation: You’ll receive a confirmation via text or email with your appointment details and payment instructions.
Prepare for Your Consultation: Ensure you are available at the scheduled time. After the consultation, prescriptions or diagnostic results will be sent to your email.