Jalandhar September 11 (Jaswinder Singh Azad)- The Freudian Psychological Society of Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar, organised a workshop on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, under the able guidance of Principal Dr. Ekta Khosla. The workshop featured two insightful sessions. Mrs. Sangeeta Bhatia, Headmistress and HOD of Psychology, MGN Public School Jalandhar conducted a session on “Speak Up for Life: Prevent Suicide”, highlighting case studies, individual responsibilities, preventive steps and the importance of creating a culture of suicide prevention.
The virtual session by Dr. Amandeep Singh, Assistant Professor, Project Director (ICSSR Project) and Suicide Prevention Researcher, Department of Liberal Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Bengaluru Campus, Karnataka, focused on “Beyond the Pain: Understanding Self-Injury and Preventing Suicide.” He sensitised students about myths, warning signs, stages of suicidal behaviour, psychological distress, safety protocols, coping strategies and preventive measures.
Dr. Ashmeen Kaur, Head, P.G. Department of Psychology, welcomed the resource persons. Principal Dr. Khosla appreciated the initiative and emphasised the importance of psychological awareness and timely support among students. More than 100 students actively participated in the workshop. Faculty members Ms. Priya, Ms. Nandita Sharma, Ms. Ishamanpreet Kaur and Mrs. Gurpreet were also present. The event was anchored by Sahejpreet Kaur and concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Ashmeen Kaur.