From Myths to Medicine: Mental Health Dialogue at Jinnah Medical College Peshawar
Jinnah Medical College Peshawar hosted an engaging session titled “From Myths to Medicine: Mental Health Dialogue,” bringing students and faculty together for an open conversation on mental well-being. The event focused on clearing common misconceptions, understanding the importance of early support, and encouraging a healthy, stigma-free approach toward mental health. The dialogue created a welcoming environment where participants learned, shared perspectives, and strengthened awareness within the JMC community.
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Workshop Highlights
- Expert-Led Discussion: Mental health professionals shared insights on common psychological myths, early intervention, and evidence-based approaches to well-being.
Myth vs. Reality Segment: An interactive portion where students actively participated in identifying and debunking widely believed misconceptions about mental health.
Open Q&A Session: Students engaged in thoughtful questions about stress, anxiety, academic pressure, and coping strategies, creating an open and supportive learning environment.
Awareness & Reflection Activities: Participants took part in short reflection exercises aimed at understanding emotional health, empathy, and the importance of supportive communication.
