Department of Psychiatry and Department of Clinical Psychology, DMC&H observed World Mental Health Day

Ludhiana, October 10, 2024: Department of Psychiatry and Department of Clinical Psychology, DMC&H observed World Mental Health Day today on the theme "It’s time to prioritize mental health in work place" by conducting an awareness session for medical students, nursing students and for administrative staff on at Dumra Auditorium, DMC&H.

The chief guest for the event was Bipin Gupta, Secretary, DMC&H Managing Society. Mukesh Kumar, Treasurer, DMC&H Managing Society, along with Principal, Dr G S Wander, Dean Academics, Dr Sandeep Kaushal, Medical Superintendent, Dr Sandeep Sharma and other faculty members of DMC&H and HDHI graced the occasion.

Bipin Gupta, Secretary of the DMC&H Managing Society, praised the department for organizing such an insightful session. He emphasized the importance of fostering positive relationships with subordinates to maintain a healthy and productive workplace environment. He also stressed the value of practicing mindfulness and not being overly concerned with minor issues.

In his message, Dr. G.S. Wander, Principal, emphasized that mental and physical health are closely interconnected and complement each other. He also highlighted the importance of incorporating practices like meditation and yoga into daily routines, encouraging individuals to engage in these activities for overall well-being and balance.

Dr. Navkiran S. Mahajan, Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry, DMC&H, addressed the stigma about mental health. Healthcare workers and medical professionals are at high risk of depression, drug addiction and suicide due to the more pressure at workplace. Further, she shared valuable tips for reducing workplace stress, including effective time management, practicing yoga and meditation, and incorporating physical activity into daily routines.
A poster making competition was also conducted to give insights about mental health awareness and an informative play about mental health management was also presented by the students.

Winners were awarded the prize by the chief guest.