In this week's episode of the #NiunetPodcast, we spoke to Dr. Uma Ambi, Director of the Directorate of Social Change and Mental Health Services. It was indeed an insightful chat we had with her discussing the many-faceted topic of mental health in PNG.  Brace yourselves for a lengthy talk about the factors that can affect mental health, the importance of adolescent mental health, the causes of mental illness, and the solutions now available for those seeking help.  Here are time codes for easy navigation 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - Who is Dr Ambi? 05:13 - Social Changes in PNG over the years 08:18 - Drug abuse in the country 14:10 - Factors that play a role in affecting mental health 15:05 - The causes of mental illness 24:40 - Organic Psychosis_Physical illness affecting mental state 26:05 - Minor Mental Health Problems 30:51 - Highlight one case 35:18 - It happens in other parts of the world 39:15 - Adolescent mental health 51:29 - Dr Ambi's views on the effects of social media 1:00:47 - Importance of building physical emotional connections 1:03:53 - The effects of "Googling" everything 1:09:55 - Mental health support will soon be more available 1:11:17 - Where to seek help in Port Moresby 1:11:47 - Mind on wheels 1:14:32 - Closing 1:15:16 - ENDS Nationwide Nationwide Mental Health Hotline: 180 1030 Don’t forget; you can message us if you have any questions or get in touch through email at [email protected]! Have anyone interesting for us to talk to? Let us know too! Hope you enjoy the episode everyone! #niunetpng #educationeverywhere #mentalhealthawareness #youthmentalhealth