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Mental Health a National Priority, Nurses Crucial: Prof. P.V. Mohan Krishna
A special graduation ceremony was held for nursing students.
The chief guest, Professor P.V. Mohan Krishna, said that taking care of people's minds is very important for the whole country.
He mentioned that many people in India struggle with sadness and stress, and nurses can help them feel better.
He also said that families living apart and people feeling alone can make these problems worse.
Professor Krishna believes we need to talk more openly about mental health issues and make sure everyone gets the support they need.
Another doctor, Dr. Patalaiah, who received an award, talked about how nurses are needed everywhere and can have good jobs.
The leaders of the school encouraged the new nurses to be kind and caring in their work and to stay healthy themselves.
A total of 162 students received their nursing degrees.
Prof. P.V. Mohan Krishna stated that mental health should be a national priority.
Over 25% of India's population faces mental health challenges, according to a WHO report.
Nurses are crucial for providing care and early intervention for mental health issues.
Declining joint families and increasing social isolation contribute to rising stress and emotional distress.
162 nursing students graduated from Shridevi College of Nursing and Raman Maharshi Nursing College.
- Who
- Prof. P.V. Mohan Krishna, Dr. Patalaiah, Dr. M.R. Hulilnayakar, Dr. Raman M. Hulilnayakar, and graduating nursing students
- What
- Graduation ceremony and discussions on the importance of mental health and the nursing profession
- Where
- Shridevi College of Nursing, Tumakuru
- When
- Not explicitly stated, but in the context of a graduation ceremony
- Why
- To celebrate the graduation of nursing students and to highlight critical issues in mental health and the healthcare profession.
Key facts
- Graduation Ceremony
- Shridevi College of Nursing
- Chief Guest
- Prof. P.V. Mohan Krishna (Former Chief Nursing Officer, NIMHANS)
- Degrees Awarded
- 162 total (102 from Shridevi College of Nursing, 60 from Raman Maharshi Nursing College)
- Key Message
- Mental health must be a national priority; nurses are vital for care and early intervention.
- Contributing Factors to Mental Distress
- Decline of joint families, increasing social isolation
Quotes
Prof. P.V. Mohan Krishna
former Chief Nursing Officer at NIMHANS and chief guest at the graduation ceremony
“The rise in suicide tendencies, depression and psychological stress is affecting all sections of society — the elderly, women, children, students, and teachers. Nurses play a crucial role in providing care and early intervention.”
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“There is an urgent need to remove the stigma and misconceptions surrounding mental illness, and ensure counseling, emotional support, and rehabilitation services.”
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Dr. Patalaiah
Recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award
“With the right skills, nurses can secure strong career opportunities globally.”
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Dr. M.R. Hulilnayakar
Founder-President of Shridevi Group of Educational Institutions
“Employment opportunities are many, but humanity must remain at the core of the service.”
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