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.
Care at IMH includes emergency intervention, inpatient wards, outpatient clinics, day treatment programmes, and community outreach.
A holistic approach ensures that medical, psychological, social, and rehabilitation needs are addressed.
Initiatives like website “Beyond the Label” aim to break down misconceptions and support those affected by mental health conditions.
Support extends to family members through training workshops and peer support networks.
Referrals to IMH can be made by polyclinics, GPs, hospitals, or in urgent cases via the Emergency Department at IMH itself.
To sum up, IMH plays a vital role in Singapore’s healthcare system by providing accessible and specialised help for those facing mental health challenges.