Dimapur, Dec. 7 (EMN): Department of School Education has organised a seminar at Alder College, Kohima, on the theme “Awareness on mental health” on December 6.
Speaking in the seminar as resource person, Dr. Viketoulie Pienyü, senior medical officer of State Mental Institute, Kohima, pointed out on the stress faced by young people in the present society. While making a comparison with the old and modern days, he attributed the modern life stress due to social, peer, parents and authority pressure.
The resource person spoke on different types of stress, how to manage mental health issues and few suggestions to the teachers with regard to mental health development.
Keynote address was delivered by Dr. Akala Longkumer, Head of Department of Education. The seminar was chaired by Atile Seb, a 2nd semester student, while the vote of thanks was delivered by Thejakhrielie Rio, student of 6th semester.
