Webinar Recap: Reducing Vulnerability to Depression and Anxiety through Self-Compassion and DBT PLEASE Skills
On 12th May 2025, the School of Psychology in collaboration with Sunway Alumni hosted a powerful and insightful webinar featuring Professor Shian-Ling Keng, an esteemed clinical psychologist renowned for her work in mindfulness and emotional regulation.
The session, titled "Reducing Vulnerability to Depression and Anxiety through Self-Compassion and DBT PLEASE Skills," attracted an impressive 318 participants including students, alumni, mental health professionals, and members of the public reflecting a strong and growing interest in mental wellness.
Prof. Keng introduced evidence-based strategies for building emotional resilience, focusing on:
Self-compassion - as a powerful antidote to self-criticism
DBT PLEASE skills - practical tools to maintain emotional and physical wellbeing:
Physical health
Balanced Eating
Avoiding mood-Altering substances
Sufficient Sleep
Regular Exercise
The webinar featured interactive experiential exercises, meaningful takeaways, and a vibrant Q&A session with thoughtful and relevant questions from attendees across various backgrounds.
The School of Psychology at Sunway University remains committed to fostering lifelong learning and supporting mental wellbeing through meaningful engagements like these.
