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Taiwan–Malaysia Psychology Exchange: PSYbyPSY Collaborates with KLSCAHMalays to Host “The Study of Love” Psychology Workshop
Kuala Lumpur, January 25, 2026 — PSYbyPSY, a psychology education teamfrom National Taiwan University (NTU), recently traveled to Malaysia tocollaborate with the The Women's Section of the Kuala Lumpur and SelangorChinese Assembly Hall (KLSCAH Women Division) in hosting the psychologyworkshop ”Study of Love”. Integrating psychological theories with interactiveexperiential activities, the workshop fostered a meaningful cross-regionalexchange within the broader Chinese cultural context.
The event was personally attended and strongly supported by Ms. Chong SiewWei, Chairperson of the Women’s Group, who also played a key role infacilitating and moderating the discussions. The organizers noted that thesuccessful implementation of the workshop was made possible by ChairpersonChong and the Women’s Group team’s trust, coordination, and meticulouspreparation. Their efforts created a warm and safe space for participants fromdiverse backgrounds to engage in open dialogue, while allowing the Taiwaneseteam to deeply experience the enthusiasm and cohesion of the MalaysianChinese community.
PSYbyPSY is a cross-regional team composed of psychology professionalsdedicated to mental health issues within global Chinese communities. All coremembers are affiliated with the Department of Psychology at National TaiwanUniversity, including NTU PhD student Zeng Peng-Yu, counseling psychologymaster’s student Ong Ci En from National Taiwan Normal University, and ChanYo-Lan, an NTU psychology student selected for Jamie’s Gap Year Program.The team is committed to translating rigorous psychological research intoaccessible and actionable knowledge for everyday life.
Rather than relying on one-way lectures, ”Study of Love” psychology workshopadopted a highly interactive format featuring games, small-group discussions,and guided activities. Participants were invited to explore boundaries, needs,and emotional expression in relationships. The workshop encouraged reflectionon how individuals can remain close to others while maintaining a sense of selfin intimate relationships, families, and everyday interpersonal interactions.
Participants from a wide range of ages and backgrounds actively shared theirlife experiences throughout the workshop. According to the organizers, theworkshop was not only an educational psychology event, but also a symbol ofcross-regional connection within the broader Chinese cultural sphere. Whetherfrom Taiwan, China, or Malaysia, Chinese communities often share similarstruggles and aspirations regarding emotions, relationships, and family values.Psychology thus serves as a shared language—one that enables dialogue,mutual understanding, and companionship across borders.
Looking ahead, PSYbyPSY expressed its hope to continue collaborating withlocal organizations in Malaysia, further strengthening Taiwan–Malaysiaexchanges in mental health, relationship education, and youth development.Through these efforts, psychology is envisioned not merely as academicresearch, but as a bridge that truly enters everyday life and connects peoplewith one another.