Have you ever found yourself in a period of intense mental distress? That’s what a mental breakdown, also known as a nervous breakdown can feel like. Some experience emotional breakdown progressively, while others feel it very suddenly. You may even find yourself unable to perform daily tasks due to the feeling of being overwhelmed. Unlike an anxiety disorder, a mental breakdown can occur at any point in one's life.
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Credits
Writer: Julian Heng
Script Editor: Isadora Ho & Kelly Soong
VO: Amanda Silvera
Animator: Khin Fong
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong
References
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