How does the media shape the way we think and talk about mental health? Hannah Tasarra sits down with Roy Dahildahil and Richardson Mojica of MentalHealthPH to talk about how news outlets, social media, and content creators can help change the narrative around mental health and suicide in the Philippines. They discuss what responsible reporting looks like, why certain words matter, and how empathy and ethical storytelling can save lives. Join us as we explore how to use media as a tool for awareness, understanding, and hope. Trigger Warning ⚠️ This episode contains sensitive topics related to self-harm and suicide that might be triggering or difficult to listen to. Please only listen if you're comfortable. If you need to reach out to a professional for support, you can reach out to NCMH 24/7 Crisis Hotline at 0917-899-8727 or check mentalhealthph.org/directory for a list of mental health facilities. We're committed to a safe and supportive environment for all. Thank you for joining us. This episode was produced by Hannah Tasarra and engineered by Jem Bunao. Jaemark Tordecilla is our editor-at-large. Listen to our episodes on: Spotify , Apple Podcasts , YouTube , or wherever you get your podcasts. For more updates, follow us on these platforms: Facebook , X , Instagram , and TikTok . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
