Students told to prioritise mental health, make the most of opportunities
Psychiatrist Virupaksha Devaramane advised college students to prioritize mental health and self-awareness during an orientation programme in Udupi. He encouraged students to balance academic pursuits with emotional well-being and to avoid substance abuse.
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Addressing mental health in higher education is increasingly recognized as vital for student success and long-term well-being.
Students should understand their strengths and weaknesses, prioritise mental health and make constructive use of the opportunities available during college days, said psychiatrist Virupaksha Devaramane on Monday.
He was speaking at ‘Abhivinyasa’, an orientation programme for newly admitted undergraduate students, organised by G. Shankar Government Women’s First Grade College and Postgraduate Study Centre at the Town Hall in Udupi on Monday.
Describing student life as a “gold mine of opportunities”, Dr. Devaramane said young people had access to numerous opportunities, but an abundance of choices could also lead to complacency.
“Analyse your personality and identify your strengths and weaknesses in the first year itself,” he said, stressing the importance of emotional awareness and self-regulation.
Students should learn to gradually overcome frustration, rejection and feelings of inferiority, he added.
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