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The PMHA-CCI is sincerely grateful to all the lecturers for the sea of wisdom and knowledge you showered us with during your amazing lecture. Also, thank you very much to the attendees that you found time out of your busy schedule to sit through this lecture demonstrates your unwavering commitment to our cause. We are most grateful. Thank you so much!! <3 - [PMHA, Johnson & Johnson, and Johnson Foundation Conduct Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Itogon Frontline Heath Workers](https://www.pmhacci.com/pmha-johnson-johnson-and-johnson-foundation-conduct-mental-health-and-psychosocial-support-for-itogon-frontline-heath-workers/) - Cognizant of the challenges that continue to plague our frontline health workers in the face of Covid-19 pandemic, the PMHA in partnership with Johnson & Johnson and Johnson & Johnson Foundation, initiated the “Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Community Frontline Workers”. The project aspires to safeguard the well-being of Frontline Health Workers (FLHW) in - [1st Place Essay Writing Contest in the 9th LINK Club Academic Festival](https://www.pmhacci.com/1st-place-essay-writing-contest-in-the-9th-link-club-academic-festival/) - Fight for Life by Christine Bolislis (Gov. Bado Dangwa Industrial School – Main) In our ever-changing world, a lot of dilemmas and challenges plague our life every day. Numerous crimes, illness and global issues are rampant nowadays that as a youth, it is difficult to overcome each of these problems we face as we slowly - [Suicide Awareness](https://www.pmhacci.com/3207-2/) - Suicidal thoughts, like mental illnesses, can strike someone at any age, irrespective of gender or background. Suicide is often the product of an unresolved mental health issue. Suicidal thoughts, while frequent, should not be taken lightly and frequently signal the presence of more serious problems.Thousands of people commit suicide each year, leaving family and friends - [10th LINK Club Academic Festival](https://www.pmhacci.com/10th-link-club-academic-festival/) - Lakas Isipan ng Kabataan Club celebrated its 10th Academic Festival on March 6, 2020 at the Baguio Central University Gymnasium with 307 attendees from 26 LINK Club member schools from Baguio City and Benguet Province. With the theme “Mental Health Promotion and Suicide Prevention”, the festival served as a platform for the students to showcase - [PMHA-CCI Offers Mental Health Services To Baguio-Benguet Frontliners](https://www.pmhacci.com/2907-2/) - For most of us, when we hear the term healthy, we usually think about the physical aspect, such as cholesterol levels, cardiovascular strength and the absence of disease. Unfortunately, we forget that health includes mental well-being because mental health problems are just as debilitating as some of the worst physical illnesses. For our physical ailments, - [Stress](https://www.pmhacci.com/mental-health-facts/) - HOW STRESSED ARE YOU? (Try this stress test.) Instruction: Here are some questions which will reflect how stressed you are in your daily life – tick each one in the column which most clearly reflects how true this is for you, and then add up your scores at the bottom. In the past few months, - [Is Mental Illness Curable?](https://www.pmhacci.com/is-mental-illness-curable/) - Yes, mental illness is curable in the sense that the signs and symptoms may be controlled to the point of enabling the individual, with proper treatment, to improve in his daily functioning. - [One of my parents is suffering from mental illness, does it mean that I will also become mentally ill?](https://www.pmhacci.com/one-of-my-parents-is-suffering-from-mental-illness-does-it-mean-that-i-will-also-become-mentally-ill/) - Not really. Whether the inherited potential for the illness will actually be expressed in the person’s life will depend on the delicate balance between the contributing factors and the protective factors in the person’s situation. While it is true that parents pass their genes to their children it does not necessarily mean that the mental - [What Causes Mental Illness?](https://www.pmhacci.com/what-causes-mental-illness/) - There are three interrelated factors that may cause mental illness. These are the biological or physical factors, psychological factors, and socio-cultural factors. BIOLOGICAL FACTORS These are the imbalances of the neuro-chemicals in the brain called neurotransmitters. These neurotransmitters aid the brain nerve cells communicate with each other. If these chemicals are not in balance or - [Who May Develop Mental Illness?](https://www.pmhacci.com/who-may-develop-mental-illness/) - Any person may develop mental illness regardless of his/her race, nationality, age, gender, civil status, and socio-economic background. - [What is Mental Disorder?](https://www.pmhacci.com/2-what-is-mental-disorder/) - Mental disorder is a medically diagnosable illness that results in the significant impairment of an individual’s intellectual, emotional, behavioral, relational abilities, and occupational abilities as a student, worker, parent, etc. It is equivalent to mental illness. There are many mental disorders, with different presentations. They are generally characterized by a combination of abnormal thoughts, perceptions, - [What is Mental Health?](https://www.pmhacci.com/what-is-mental-health/) - Mental health is how a person thinks, feels and acts when faced with life’s situations. It is how people look at themselves, their lives and other people in their lives: evaluate their challenges and problems and explore choices. This includes handling stress, relating to other people and making decisions. – World Health Organization - [Dignity in Mental Health: Psychological and Mental Health First Aid for All (World Health Organization)](https://www.pmhacci.com/dignity-in-mental-health-psychological-and-mental-health-first-aid-for-all/) - Turning Illness into Wellness by Jhoana Marie Franco Catenza LINK Club Academic Festival 7, Essay Writing Contest – Winning Piece “Your mental illness does not define you, your strength and courage does”. Everybody, regardless of our gender, age, race, economic status or even culture, is born with equal rights to be respected. An individual aims ## Pages - [Home](https://www.pmhacci.com/) - Become a Member Membership in the Association is open to all persons, corporations, partnerships, firms, associations, or groups. Become a Volunteer PMHACCI members have the opportunity to volunteer and actively engage in mental health awareness campaigns, psychosocial support activities, community outreach, workshops, and other meaningful programs that make a real difference. News & Events https://www.facebook.com/PMHACCI - [Membership](https://www.pmhacci.com/membershi/membership/) - Membership in the Association is open to all persons, corporations, partnerships, firms, associations or groups who believe in and accept the aims and purposes of the Association and who, in the judgment of the Board of Management are willing and able to carry out their obligations and responsibilities. Privileges of a member:Become our partner in - [Symposium](https://www.pmhacci.com/symposium-2/) - Different generations, one goal: Well-Being.Join us for the 42nd Mental Health Symposium of the Philippine Mental Health Association – Cordillera Chapter, Inc., as we celebrate 66 years of championing mental health.🗓 June 11, 2026⏰ 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM📍 Olive Grand Ballroom, Venus Parkview Hotel, Baguio CityWith the theme “Thriving Across Generations: Stress, Lifestyle, and - [Clinical and Intervention Services Department (CISD)](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/clinical-and-diagnostic-services/) - Clinical and Intervention Services Department (CISD)The secondary level intervention program of PMHA CCI is an outpatient mental health clinic involved in the assessment, early diagnosis, and management of emotionally and psychologically distressed individuals. This program is carried out by psychologists, on-call psychiatrists, and on-call counselors, and offers the following services: A. Initial Interview/AssessmentThis is an - [Education and Advocacy Department (EAD)](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/education-and-advocacy-department-ead/) - Education and Advocacy Department (EAD) - [Education and Advocacy Department (EAD)](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/ead/) - EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY DEPARTMENTThe primary program of the Association that implements the following advocacy programs: A. YOUTH LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM (YLSP)To train the Filipino youth to be responsible leaders with a strong commitment to promote the cause of mental health in their own families, schools, and their respective communities.Lakas Isipan ng Kabataan (LINK) Club for - [CDISD Special Programs](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs-2/) - CLINICAL AND INTERVENTION SERVICES DEPARTMENT The secondary level of intervention program of the PMHACCI. It is an out-patient mental health clinic which offers the following services: Satellite Testing In this program, the staffs conducts the psychological testing outside of the office to requesting agencies, schools, or barangays.*As of December 2021, multiple institutions have availed of the - [Board of Management](https://www.pmhacci.com/about-us/board-of-management/) - [Contact Us](https://www.pmhacci.com/links/) - Address: BGH Exit Road, Marcos Highway, Baguio City 2600Tel No: (074) 442-23-37Mobile No: 09622402860 (Smart) | 09175172083 (Globe)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pmhacordillerachapter/ Name (required) Email (required) Message - [History (old version)](https://www.pmhacci.com/about-us/history/) - Four years after the World War II the ravages of war were still visible in the rubble of battered buildings in the city and elsewhere in the country. Less visible but an even greater cause of concern were the scars left by the war on the lives of the people, reflected in the high incidence - [Home2](https://www.pmhacci.com/home2/) - Programs & Services Education, Advocacy and Research Department (EARD) Mental Health Lectures/Seminars Youth Life Enrichment Program Creative Approach on Parenting Mental Health Community-Based Program Tri-media Clinical, Diagnostic and Intervention Services Department (CDISD) Psychological Testing Psychological Counseling Referral Services Clinical Education & Training Development Services Special Programs Kampus Bayani Results https://www.facebook.com/PMHACCI Become a Member Become a - [Forms](https://www.pmhacci.com/forms/) - Loading… - [Calendar](https://www.pmhacci.com/calendar/) - [Appointment](https://www.pmhacci.com/appointment/) - [PMHA Articles](https://www.pmhacci.com/news-events/pmha-reviews/) - [National Mental Health Month Celebration](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs/national-mental-health-week-celebration/) - Every year, during the month of October, PMHA CCI, takes part in the celebration of the National Mental Health Month with different activities aimed at spreading mental health awareness and providing mental wellness. Take a Look…PMHA CCI staff wore and lit the color blue in support of the Light Up in Blue Campaign for the - [Crisis Intervention Program](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs/crisis-intervention-program/) - PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT PROCESSINGThe Chapter provides assistance to survivors and rescuers during and after disaster or critical incidents through the provision of psychosocial support programs. PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT TRAININGThe Chapter provides psychosocial support training covering topics such as, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Services, Debriefing, and Psychological First Aid. TAKE A LOOK…The following is a timeline of - [Family Support Group (FSG)](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/clinical-and-diagnostic-services/family-support-group/) - A support system created to help families and caregivers of clients with mental health concerns learn better ways of caring and managing the concerns related to their disabilities. This support system also helps encourage family involvement towards successful recovery. Take a look…A sneak peek at the activities for the families and caregivers of PMHA CCI - [Vision, Mission & Goals](https://www.pmhacci.com/about-us/vision/) - [Organizational Structure](https://www.pmhacci.com/about-us/407-2/) - [Clinical Education & Training Development Services](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/clinical-and-diagnostic-services/clinical-education-training-development-services/) - This is PMHA CCI’s internship program wherein the chapter provides training for undergraduate psychology students from different colleges and universities in Northern Luzon. - [Kampus Bayani Search and Scholarship](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs/kampus-bayani-search-and-scholarship/) - A yearly search for underprivileged students, who have managed to cope positively in their lives amidst their difficult economic situations. For the sterling qualities they possess, they are called the campus heroes and heroines or the Kampus Bayani. The program aims to give recognition to the said students. The student representatives for the Kampus Bayani - [Counseling](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/clinical-and-diagnostic-services/counseling/) - TYPES OF COUNSELING SERVICES PROVIDED Individual CounselingRendered to individuals who voluntarily seek help from the Psychologist or a trained Counselor. This is conducted not only to individuals who have deep seated concerns. The nature and extent of the counseling will be determined by the psychologist to meet the client’s needs. Family CounselingRendered to the whole - [Psychiatric Consultation](https://www.pmhacci.com/psychiatric-consultation/) - This is a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment through medication and/or therapy to clients who are experiencing mental disturbance, carried out by consulting Psychiatrists. Take a look… - [Psychological Testing](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/clinical-and-diagnostic-services/psychological-testing/) - Regular TestingPsychological Testing done inside the PMHACCI Office Satellite TestingPsychological testing done outside the PMHA CCI Office and administered to group of individuals as per request of the referring agency. Take a look… Initial InterviewThis is an in-depth interview with the parent/s, guardian, case worker of the client regarding his/her case, done as part of - [Referral Services](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/clinical-and-diagnostic-services/referral-services/) - Referral service is carried out when the client’s other needs cannot be addressed by the Department’s existing program. Said service would include further psychiatric work up with the Psychiatrist and neurological evaluation with the Neurologist. Take a look…Note that the following agencies/psychiatrists cater to clients by appointment and rarely accept walk-ins. Contact them courteously, stating - [Programs & Services](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/) - [Mental Health Mutual Assistance Fund](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs-2/clinical-education-training-development-services/mental-health-mutual-assistance-fund/) - A sponsorship through the provision of financial assistance to indigent clients for their medication, psychiatric consultation, or counseling.This is one of the programs supported by donations. Allocated funds are used to cover ten (10) indigenous individuals’ one (1) counseling session and 50% of their medication each month. - [Special Programs](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs/) - These are the additional program and services of PMHA CCI. CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAMRequesting agencies are provided with services such as Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) to cater to the participants urgent mental health needs. NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH WEEK CELEBRATIONAn annual event celebrated every October. PMHA CCI commemorates this by conducting multiple kinds of mental - [Clinical Education & Training Development Services](https://www.pmhacci.com/programs-services/special-programs-2/clinical-education-training-development-services/) - [FAQs.2](https://www.pmhacci.com/faqs-2/) - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON TESTING Why am I being referred for Psychological Evaluation? Does it mean that there's something wrong with me? When you are being sent to PMHA CC, it does not immediately mean that you are crazy or that something is wrong with you. It only means that the agency or person who - [Myths vs Facts](https://www.pmhacci.com/myths-vs-facts-2/) - If a person is not experiencing mental illness then it is safe to conclude that he or she is mentally healthy? No. Mental Health is not simply the absence of detectable mental disorder. According to the Philippine Psychiatric Association, mental health is a balance of all aspects of life- physical, emotional, social and spiritual. A - [History](https://www.pmhacci.com/historydraft/) - Our History Four years after the World War II the ravages of war were still visible in the rubble of battered buildings in the city and elsewhere in the country. Less visible but an even greater cause of concern were the scars left by the war on the lives of the people, reflected in the - [Myths vs Facts](https://www.pmhacci.com/myths-vs-facts/) - Accordion #1 Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. 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