#UsapTayo is a regular tweetchat happening every zero of the month (every 10th, 20th, 30th) that aims to ZERO the suicide cases and stigma against mental health. We talk about everything from the lived experiences of people with mental ill-health and the impacts of current events on our mental wellness.
Join the tweetchat by using the hashtag #UsapTayo on Twitter or check out the topics we’ve explored in the past through the archives below!
Post-Election Mental Health – Navigating Hope, Disappointment, and Recovery
May 20, 2025 Researcher and Writer: Tobey Calayo Editor: K Ballesteros Moderator: Tobey Calayo Creatives: Richardson Mojica The 2025 Philippine midterm elections brought with them renewed waves of emotional intensity, civic participation, and, for many, profound psychological strain. In a country where politics is deeply personal, electoral outcomes often
Mother’s Mental Health: Understanding the Challenges and Needs
May 10, 2025 Motherhood is often portrayed as a fulfilling and joyful experience, but it also brings significant emotional, psychological, and physical challenges. Mental health issues among mothers are widespread and can affect women at any stage, from pregnancy through the postpartum period and beyond. Prevalence of Maternal Mental Health
#Enga9e: Uniting Voices for Mental Health and NCD Advocacies in the Philippines | #MentalHealthPH to Host Community Dialogue Ahead of UN Multi-Stakeholder Hearing
Manila, Philippines – In celebration of its 9th anniversary, #MentalHealthPH is proud to introduce #Enga9e: Uniting Voices for Mental Health and NCD Advocacies in the Philippines, a virtual community dialogue to be held on April 30, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN via Zoom. This initiative comes in
Walking Along Mental Health and Across Faiths
April 20, 2025 Writer: Tobey Calayo Researcher: Tobey Calayo Editor: K Ballesteros Creatives: Brigida Candelaria Moderator: Tobey Calayo Holy Week is a time that encourages many of us to engage in deeper reflection, prayer, and connection with our beliefs. This season highlights themes of suffering, hope, and renewal.
To Unplug is To Declutter Thy Mind
March 30, 2025 Writer: Christopher Jan Dumaguin Researcher: Christopher Jan Dumaguin The Clarity of Set Parameters: Is it Necessary to Take a Social Media Break? When it comes to social media time off, there are no hard and fast rules. The duration and contents of our break are up to
International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and Mental Health
March 20, 2025 The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, observed annually on March 21, is a reminder of the urgent need to combat racism in all its forms. Racial discrimination has profound effects on mental health, leading to stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. The emotional toll
Empowered Minds, Empowered Women: Celebrating Women’s Month Through Mental Health Advocacy
March 10, 2025 Writer: Jossa Corpuz Women are mostly seen as the foundation of strength–mothers who nurture children, daughters carrying family burdens, professionals who excel on their chosen fields, and leaders who aim to transform communities. Yet, behind these spectacular goals, many women face invincible battles that no men will
The Dangers of Our Hearts: How Emotional Availability Shapes Our Relationships
February 20, 2025 Writer: Kevin Miko Buac Emotional availability is one of the cornerstones of healthy and fulfilling relationships; it refers to how people connect to each other’s emotions and enhance the depth of their connection (1). For example, when both partners can express their feelings and provide emotional
