CT University observes World Mental Health Day

Ludhiana, October 13, 2018: CT University (CTU) observed World Mental Health Day by holding a special lecture by Dr Dhaval Mody, Director Peace, Roundglass, Mumbai. He said that the World Mental Health Day for 2018 is observed with the goal to help raise mental health awareness. He elaborated that India is a young nation with over two-third of its population below 35, who living in situations of pressure, are vulnerable to mental distress and related health problems.

He further added that a majority of all mental illness begins at 14, but most cases go undetected and untreated. Depression is another serious cause of concern for the Indian population, he said.

Among the various pressures, Dr Mody highlighted that pressure from various sources like parents, peers, academics, personal and social media are aggravating the situation. He gave tips to large gathering of students on how to keep stress and related mental tension at bay.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Harsh Sadawarti, Vice Chancellor remarked that each one of us could contribute to ensure that people dealing with problems concerning mental health can live better lives with dignity and tranquillity and poise. For this mental health first aid needs strengthening especially in the prone areas.

CT University Managing Director, Manbir Singh expressed that one must learn to talk about problems and shout out loud without thinking what others would say. He shared that CTU is shortly going to have a ‘School of Happiness and Well Being’ for nurturing socially emotional stability among youth.