Dimapur: In recognition of “Women’s Mental Health Awareness Month,” an extensive workshop focusing on “Women’s Mental Health” was conducted on Saturday, at the conference hall of the Tourist Lodge in Dimapur, Nagaland.
The interactive session was organised by the Lapiye Centre for Mental Well-being in collaboration with the Gracious Life Foundation & Prodigals’ Home.
The workshop delved into the intricate landscape of women’s mental health, shaped by societal pressures and biological factors. It emphasised the journey to wellness, intertwining with the struggle for autonomy and self-care.
W. Nginyeih Konyak, Chairperson of the Nagaland State Commission for Women (NSCW), delivered the keynote address as the special guest. She shared the importance of addressing mental health issues, stating that it affects individuals regardless of age, gender, or background.
Konyak highlighted this year’s theme, “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right,” calling for global unity in addressing mental health challenges.
Konyak emphasised the seriousness of mental health issues, particularly among women, citing stress, depression, anxiety, and trauma as common challenges they face. She identified exposure to adverse social, economic, geopolitical, and environmental circumstances as crucial determinants of mental health.
Citing statistics, Konyak noted that more than one in five women experience mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma, with some conditions affecting women differently from men. She stressed the need for continued efforts to reduce stigma and address gender disparities in mental health.
Clinical psychologist Imlibenla Mongro, from the Christian Institute of Health Sciences & Research (CIHSR), spoke on “Emotion and Self-care.” She advocated for destigmatising emotions, emphasising their importance and the need to manage them effectively.
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Mongro highlighted the connection between emotions and decision-making, urging women to practice self-care and wait for emotional tides to pass before making decisions.
Additional speakers included Dr. Atoka Sumi, a consultant dermatologist at the Eden Medical Centre, who discussed “Healthy Skin and Healthy Life,” and Lisali M Humtsoe, founder & director of Gracious Life Foundation, who shared her experiences in the field of mental health.
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