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6 films that properly talk about mental illness

What’s Eating Gilbert Grapeaddresses many mental issues at once. It deals with low self-esteem, depression, suicide, and more. The family, not very well-off, finds themselves in … See more

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How do you make a film about mental illness

WEBThis title, plus the seemingly comedic approach of the Lars Von Trier-esque movie poster, appears to make light of mental health and ableist language in general. The teaser …

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A Filipino film about mental health will be widely screened in …

WEBOn Nov. 15, the Film Development Council of the Philippines announced that “John Denver Trending” is screening in CGV, Lotte Cinema, and Megabox on Nov. 23. With its …

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You can avail help from your barangay soon through the Mental …

WEBThe law’s implementation seeks to provide accessible mental health services down to barangay-level institutions, along with establishing initiatives to remove the stigma on …

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It looks like Harvard is meeting not just one, but two Robredos this

WEBWe don’t know about you, but Dr. Tricia Robredo is *our* poster child of academic excellence. In case you missed the memo, she officially started the Master of Medical …

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Okay, can we stop romanticizing Filipino resilience

WEBIt leaves no responsibility to the officials to do better. Recently, Presidential spokesperson Harry Roque highlighted Filipinos’ resilience after finding out the latest SWS survey: …

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Suicide “because of modules” isn’t funny, DepEd

WEBThe thought of a student dying by suicide over modules may sound ridiculous to some people, but they don’t know exactly what students are going through. The pandemic has …

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This student short film about mental health is going to Cannes

WEBThis year, Mapúa graduate Celina Mae Medina also has the opportunity to present her thesis film “Ophelia” at the short film market. The short film addresses mental health in …

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Antoinette Jadaone tackles Filipino boldstars in her upcoming film

WEBHer film “Boldstar” aims to tackle Philippine cinema’s short-lived fascination with softcore pornstars. The film will follow an ex-boldstar trying to live in an increasingly misogynistic …

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Here’s what you need to know about the QCitizen ID

WEBThe QCitizen ID card registration is done online while existing government IDs require the cardholder to be physically present to input their biometrics and signature. So get ready …

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From cutting the body open to applying makeup: This is what an …

WEBFrom cutting the body open to applying makeup: This is what an embalmer exactly does. The process of embalming begins with a touch. Hidden behind a pair of gloves, the …

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What’s a “vent buddy” and where do we get one

WEBAccording to Southwestern Assemblies of God University ( SAGU ), having a “vent buddy” can keep stress levels at bay. A 2009 study explains how “disclosing stress” is a …

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“Ang Ospital” is a Filipino horror game made by

WEBMade by Underdog Games from the University of Caloocan City – Computer Studies Department, “Ang Ospital” is a survival video game making rounds on Reddit and …

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Our own Mental Health Law is finally here

WEBFiled last October 2016, President Rodrigo Duterte has finally signed Republic Act No. 11036 or the Philippine Mental Health Law, which secures the rights and welfare of …

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Tawas might be the best natural deodorant, but give these brands …

WEBSchmidt’s. If you’re not particularly sensitive to baking soda and coconut oil, Schmidt’s Rose + Vanilla Natural Deodorant is a great smelling product. Its primary ingredient is …

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Looking for the P15 billion

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I went to an NGO to get free birth control

WEBI went to an NGO to get free birth control. by Giselle Barrientos. 5 years ago. As a young woman in a predominantly conservative country, I had always thought that birth control …

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5 ways the SOGIE Equality Bill will bring us equality

WEBThe bill will penalize any promotion or encouragement of stigma based on SOGIE in media, including educational textbooks, ads, magazines and public speeches. That means, …

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While you’re living for the “baklang kanal” trend, let’s not forget its

WEBThe trolls are obviously wrong for thinking that throwing “baklang kanal” as an insult would actually work. Many gay people are taking the originally derogatory term, owning it and …

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