2023-10-26 12:09:00
Arabian Gulf University Raises Awareness on World Mental Health Day
The Arabian Gulf University recently concluded a successful campaign organized by the Department of Psychiatry at the College of Medicine and Medical Sciences. The campaign aimed to raise awareness of psychological problems and stresses, coinciding with the international celebration of World Mental Health Day. The event saw a remarkable turnout from students and members of the university’s administrative and academic bodies.
The campaign featured a series of specialized scientific lectures that explored mental health from different aspects and dimensions. Dr. Yahya Najib Al-Salam, the Head of the Physiology Department, delivered a lecture on the physiological foundations that contribute to the emergence of psychological disorders. Dr. Mariwan Hosni, the Head of the Psychiatry Department, focused on predicting the appearance of symptoms of psychological disorders and dealing with them in family and social circles. Additionally, Dr. Muhammad Al-Sanbisi, the Head of the Department of Internal Medicine, discussed the close relationship between physical symptoms and psychological problems and explained optimal treatment methods.
Dr. Mariwan Hosni, the Head of the Department of Psychiatry, expressed his satisfaction with the campaign’s success. He noted that it achieved its desired goals by introducing common psychological problems, explaining their symptoms, and providing information on their prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Dr. Hosni also emphasized the campaign’s focus on the close connection between mental and physical health, along with the importance of following a healthy lifestyle.
The medical students involved in organizing the campaign shed light on the increasing prevalence of psychological disorders worldwide, including in Arab Gulf countries, as a result of changing lifestyles and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discussed the impact of years of isolation and infections on individuals, families, and job performance. The students also engaged visitors through interactive activities, encouraging them to suggest solutions and providing souvenirs as a token of appreciation.
This year, the World Health Organization designated the slogan “Mental health is a universal human right” to raise awareness and advance measures that promote and protect mental health for everyone. The organization continues to work with partners to ensure mental health is valued, promoted, and protected, aiming to provide accessible quality mental health care for all individuals.
The campaign organized by the Arabian Gulf University served as an important platform to engage and educate the community about mental health, contributing to the overall well-being of individuals and society as a whole.]
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