Observation of World Mental Health Day 2024

October 12, 2024

The Department of Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing, 沙巴体育 College of Nursing, MAHE, 沙巴体育, conducted events on account of World Mental Health Day 2024 for two consecutive days on 8th and 10th Oct 2024, under the theme “It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace.”. This theme emphasises the crucial role of addressing mental health and well-being in the workplace, benefiting individuals, organisations, and communities. This program is aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being).

On 8th October 2024, an awareness program on Mental Health and Mental Hygiene was organised for the public at the subcenter, Yerlapady Panchayath Premises, Karkala. Mrs. Asha K. Nayak, Assistant Professor, Senior Scale, Department of Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing, MCON 沙巴体育, was the resource person. She emphasised the characteristics of a mentally healthy person, warning signs of poor mental health, and promotion of mental health strategies. Mrs. Arundhathi, the Community Health Officer, welcomed the gathering and conveyed her gratitude for organising the program. Forty-two people (three males and 39 females) attended the programme.

On October 10, 2024, World Mental Health Day was observed at the psychiatry inpatient unit, Kasturba Hospital, 沙巴体育, for the inmates and the caregivers. Mrs Joshila Mathias, the psychiatric ward in charge, was the chief guest for the program. She highlighted in her speech mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, and their impact on overall performance. She also emphasised stress management techniques.

Various games and activities for the inmates were conducted by 2nd year diploma nursing students, and the prizes were distributed. Ms. Manya, 2nd Year Diploma Nursing, was the master of ceremony for the program.

The overall program was coordinated by Mrs. Flavia Sharlet Noronha, Assistant Professor, and Ms. Asha K Nayak, Assistant Professor, Senior Scale, Department of Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing, MCON 沙巴体育.