TODAY -
World Mental Health Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 27 2023:
World Mental Health Day 2023 was observed today at Panchayat Bhavan, DC Complex, Imphal East under the theme, "Mental health is a universal human right" .
The observation of World Mental Health Day was organised by the District Mental Health Programme, District Health Society, Imphal East in collaboration with Share & Care, Wangkhei Ningthem Pukhri Mapal .
It was attended by Imphal East Additional Deputy Commissioner, Jogendra Khumancha; Imphal East CMO/ Mission Director, DHS, Dr L Indira Devi; Department of Psychiatry, RIMS, Prof Dr RK Lelin and District Mental Health Officer, Dr Md Sabir as presidium members.
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Speaking on the occasion, Jogendra Khumancha shared that World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year to raise awareness on mental health issues and encourage efforts to support those experiencing mental health issues.
He continued that due to the prevailing situation in the State, mental health and wellbeing of thousands of people who have been displaced and forced to take shelter at various relief camps have been badly affected.
Highlighting that stress, anxiety and other mental health issues is a common problem of today's society, he opined that mental health problems may be prevalent among media persons and police personnel who are regularly exposed to various crimes and potentially psychologically traumatic events.
He further asserted that if a person experiences mental health issues, he/ she should seek assistance from dedicated mental health experts and visit nearby hospitals to avail relevant treatments.
As part of the event, an interactive session was also conducted with the displaced people who are taking shelter at relief camps.
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