Study and Exam Skills’ workshop hosted for over 160 school-goers

It helps learn how to de-stress from exam-related anxiety,thereby improving performance.

By: Editorial Team | | Published: November 28, 2017 8:23 pm

Conceptualized as a peer educative initiative, the Study and Exam Skills workshop, asubset of Fortis Pro-Social Peer Moderator Programme,is a platform for students to learn application based life-skills.It helps learn how to de-stress from exam-related anxiety,thereby improving performance. The sessionswere conducted by Dr Samir Parikh, Director, Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Fortis Healthcare, and received an enthusiastic participation from 160students and 42 teachers from 40 schools, across Mumbai. These students, from class 9^th& 11^th,and the participating teachers inturn will organize several such sessions at their respective schools for benefit of their peers. Also Read - Mental illnesses on the rise in India: Know why and what you can do to fight the problem

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Fortis Pro-Social Peer Moderator Programmehas been successfully running in the Delhi-NCR region and hasbeen effectively rolled out in Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai and Kolkata as well.Nationally, over 140 schools will be engaged with for this program, covering effective planning and organization, tips and techniques for effective studying and coping strategies to deal with exam anxiety; concerns that rid students and parents alike. Read here Fortis Hospital, Mulund: Clinicians, Medical Social Workers, Traffic and Police authorities coordinate to save a life Also Read - Food insufficiency during COVID-19 pandemic increases depression and anxiety symptoms

Dr Samir Parikh, Director, Department of Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences, Fortis Healthcare, said, Anxiety often comes in way of children not being able to perform at their optimal best. Our programs have been very helpful in successfully addressing the issue and equipping the youth to learn skills required for their all-round personality development. In the competitive environment that children are in today, learning and developing life skills are more important than ever .

He further adds, Students need to understand that exams are importantmilestones in their life, but with the right approach and a little help, they can become a rewarding opportunities. This workshop enables students to cope with the social, institutional and personal demands related to academics. At the same time, it is designed to impact skills and strategies to inculcate effective studying practices . Life skill programs have been identified as one of the key areas that can bring about a lasting change in the educational system and enhance the personality of school-going children. These help foster positive growth and development, and prevent the occurrence of mental health related and social problems. Read here Navi Mumbai doctor successfully replaces 35-year-old s lost thumb by grafting the toe

Parents and teachers may also seek guidance from Let Him Not Sink , which is co-authored by Dr Samir Parikh and Dr KamnaChhibber from the Department of Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences. This book will help enhance the knowledge of adults working with children in relation to mental health conditions. This will help identify and enable early treatment of mental health illnesses in children; ensuring their well-being.

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Published : November 28, 2017 8:23 pm

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