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Mental Health in the
Educational Community
A Call for Awareness and Support
Manal Al Marzooqi
Expressive clarity
Prof Efthymiou
5/dec/2023
Imagine a scenario where a close friend is silently battling
personal challenges, their struggles hidden due to a lack of
understanding. This situation underscores the critical need
for empathy and support, extending beyond the university
to impact our everyday interactions
Today, we address the widespread lack of awareness
and support for mental health in the educational
community. Our mission is to advocate for increased
awareness, enhanced education on mental health, and
improved access to mental health services. This
presentation aims to persuade a diverse audience to
actively contribute to the creation of an inclusive and
supportive academic environment.
Student's Role
As students, you play a pivotal role in shaping a supportive
environment beyond textbooks and lecture halls. Siddique et
al.'s research reveals a positive link between mental health
knowledge and specific demographics. This highlights the
untapped potential of targeted awareness campaigns and
tailored education programs to empower you in navigating
academic challenges and personal growth.
Knowledge and awareness status of the participants.
Parents' Influence
Parents and families are crucial in fostering a positive
mental health environment. Siddique et al. present
compelling evidence that mental health education reduces
stigma and opens up conversations within families. This
involvement becomes the foundation of a comprehensive
strategy, expanding the safety net for students beyond the
university environment.
Administrators and Educators
University administrators and teachers, as guardians of
academic ecosystems, bear the responsibility to prioritize
mental health. Merisotis emphasizes this as a critical
imperative. By incorporating mental health awareness into
professional development, educators become pillars of
support. This fosters a culture that not only acknowledges but
values the well-being of students, contributing to a positive
and supportive learning environment
The intricate interplay between students, parents,
administrators, and educators establishes a harmonious
symphony when mental health takes center stage. A
collaborative approach is essential. Let's encourage increased
awareness, education, and accessibility to mental health
services. This collective effort aims to transform learning
institutions into sanctuaries of academic excellence and
holistic well-being.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the importance of mental health awareness
and support within the educational community cannot be
emphasized enough. A unified strategy, including increased
public awareness, comprehensive education, and improved
access to services, offers a roadmap for the educational
community to become a model of holistic well-being.
Thank you for your time and attention. Together,
let's work towards creating an academic
community where every member is not only
academically successful but also mentally
resilient and thriving.
References
Siddique, M. A. B., Ovi, M. R., Ahammed, T., Chowdhury, M. A. B., & Uddin, M. J. (2022). Mental health
knowledge and awareness among university students in Bangladesh. Heliyon, e11084.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e11084
Merisotis, J. (2023, March 27). Mental Health Is A Major Problem On College Campuses—Here’s What We Can
Do. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiemerisotis/2023/03/27/mental-health-is-a-majorproblem-on-
college-campuses-heres-what-we-can-do/?sh=27d07fe51b6f
Campbell, F., Blank, L., Cantrell, A., Baxter, S., Blackmore, C., Dixon, J., & Goyder, E. (2022). Factors that
influence the mental health of university and college students in the UK: a systematic review. BMC Public
Health, 22, 1778. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889- 022-13943-x
Awareness of Students About Mental Health: A Study on the Students of Universities
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/350138382_Awareness_of_Students_About
_Mental_Health_A_Study_on_the_Students_of_Universities
Awareness on Mental Health Problems and Help Seeking Behavior among College Students https://ijip.in/wp-
content/uploads/2019/02/18.01.082.20170501.pdf

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Mental Health in the Educational Community

  • 1. Mental Health in the Educational Community A Call for Awareness and Support Manal Al Marzooqi Expressive clarity Prof Efthymiou 5/dec/2023
  • 2. Imagine a scenario where a close friend is silently battling personal challenges, their struggles hidden due to a lack of understanding. This situation underscores the critical need for empathy and support, extending beyond the university to impact our everyday interactions
  • 3. Today, we address the widespread lack of awareness and support for mental health in the educational community. Our mission is to advocate for increased awareness, enhanced education on mental health, and improved access to mental health services. This presentation aims to persuade a diverse audience to actively contribute to the creation of an inclusive and supportive academic environment.
  • 4. Student's Role As students, you play a pivotal role in shaping a supportive environment beyond textbooks and lecture halls. Siddique et al.'s research reveals a positive link between mental health knowledge and specific demographics. This highlights the untapped potential of targeted awareness campaigns and tailored education programs to empower you in navigating academic challenges and personal growth.
  • 5. Knowledge and awareness status of the participants.
  • 6. Parents' Influence Parents and families are crucial in fostering a positive mental health environment. Siddique et al. present compelling evidence that mental health education reduces stigma and opens up conversations within families. This involvement becomes the foundation of a comprehensive strategy, expanding the safety net for students beyond the university environment.
  • 7. Administrators and Educators University administrators and teachers, as guardians of academic ecosystems, bear the responsibility to prioritize mental health. Merisotis emphasizes this as a critical imperative. By incorporating mental health awareness into professional development, educators become pillars of support. This fosters a culture that not only acknowledges but values the well-being of students, contributing to a positive and supportive learning environment
  • 8. The intricate interplay between students, parents, administrators, and educators establishes a harmonious symphony when mental health takes center stage. A collaborative approach is essential. Let's encourage increased awareness, education, and accessibility to mental health services. This collective effort aims to transform learning institutions into sanctuaries of academic excellence and holistic well-being.
  • 9. Conclusion In conclusion, the importance of mental health awareness and support within the educational community cannot be emphasized enough. A unified strategy, including increased public awareness, comprehensive education, and improved access to services, offers a roadmap for the educational community to become a model of holistic well-being.
  • 10. Thank you for your time and attention. Together, let's work towards creating an academic community where every member is not only academically successful but also mentally resilient and thriving.
  • 11. References Siddique, M. A. B., Ovi, M. R., Ahammed, T., Chowdhury, M. A. B., & Uddin, M. J. (2022). Mental health knowledge and awareness among university students in Bangladesh. Heliyon, e11084. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e11084 Merisotis, J. (2023, March 27). Mental Health Is A Major Problem On College Campuses—Here’s What We Can Do. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiemerisotis/2023/03/27/mental-health-is-a-majorproblem-on- college-campuses-heres-what-we-can-do/?sh=27d07fe51b6f Campbell, F., Blank, L., Cantrell, A., Baxter, S., Blackmore, C., Dixon, J., & Goyder, E. (2022). Factors that influence the mental health of university and college students in the UK: a systematic review. BMC Public Health, 22, 1778. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889- 022-13943-x Awareness of Students About Mental Health: A Study on the Students of Universities https://www.researchgate.net/publication/350138382_Awareness_of_Students_About _Mental_Health_A_Study_on_the_Students_of_Universities Awareness on Mental Health Problems and Help Seeking Behavior among College Students https://ijip.in/wp- content/uploads/2019/02/18.01.082.20170501.pdf