possibly even providing an adapted mental health awareness course for managers, but not looking deeper at addressing the need. What is the point of managers being trained to have supportive conversations through this training, if staff are
Stella Maris College organises a 4-Day Mental Health Awareness Ms. Divya Dovina, Head of the Department of Psychology, Stella Maris College, Chennai says, “Mental health is not just influenced by the individual’s characteristics; the social support and the community play a crucial role. Consid...
Consumer-run programs (CRPs) are prevalent and evidence shows that they provide effective services to those with severe mental illnesses. Despite this, low levels of awareness of and negative attitudes toward CRPs persist on the part of professionals. Since mental health educators train these ...
Project Mental Health Awareness (PMHA) is a self-sustaining program designed to be incorporated into any junior high or high school curriculum to increase mental health awareness and promote early recognition by teenagers. The program facilitates and guides students through the process of creating ...
Treasure hunt is one of the most anticipated activities during Mental HealthAwarenessMonth for students. Students searched for hidden Orcas and counted how many they had found. Those who participated could redeem their findings fo...
As we continue to dive deeper into the 2023 program, one theme we can’t miss is the emphasis on mental health.
Mental health is a crucial aspect of our overall well-being, yet it is often overlooked or stigmatized in society. Mental health awareness is essential to promote understanding and acceptance of mental health issues and to encourage individuals to seek help when needed. In this response, I will...
A Masters or PhD is hard work and postgraduate life can get stressful. It can be tough balancing life with the demands of your degree which is why it is important to take conscious time out to take care of your mental health. ThisMental Health Awareness Weekwe’re concentrating on the ...
Mental Health Awareness in Universities Mental health awareness in universities is a critical issue that needs to be addressed with urgency. The pressures and challenges faced by students in higher education can have a significant impact on their mental well-being. It is essential for universities ...
Schools have the potential to promote mental health awareness and information by initiating conversations with students in various contexts (e.g., other teachers, coaches, staff, administration). Integrating mental health into the more general conversation can transform the perception of mental health ...