Ep63 - Climate change and mental health in the Philippines

What’s the link between climate change and mental health? In this episode, Dr. Resti Tito Villarino breaks down post-traumatic growth, the mental health impact of disasters, and why local research in the Philippines matters. If you’re into mental health, climate issues, or stories of resilience, this one’s for you. #MentalHealthPH #ClimateChange #PostTraumaticGrowth⌛Chapters00:00 Understanding Post-Traumatic Growth03:06 Dr. Villarino's Journey05:59 Importance of Mental Health in the Age of Climate Change08:56 Differences between Mental Health and Physical Health11:46 Stigma and Misconceptions in Mental Health14:55 Importance of Cultural Context in Mental Health18:03 Analysis of Mental Health Disorders20:52 Help-Seeking and Resilience23:59 Expanding Knowledge on Mental Health26:49 Analysis of the Relationship between Climate Change and Mental Health29:39 Importance of Health in Climate32:48 Mental Health and Climate Change37:31 Impact of Disasters on Mental Health41:05 Post-Traumatic Growth vs. Post-Traumatic Stress45:22 Research Analysis Strategies48:53 Tips for Beginning Researchers52:28 Promoting Local Research📚Reference: Villarino, R. T., Hozhabri, K., Saint-Onge, K., & Bernard, P. (2024). A systematic review of mental health and climate change in the Philippines. Asian Journal of Psychiatry, 101, Article 104191. 🤝Behind The Science Podcast is presented to you by Marine & Earth Science Learning Hub, UP Resilience Institute, and Liknayan Podcast.