Mount Mary College students visit children’s home, rehabilitation centre

Chümoukedima, October 13 (MExN): The Department of Psychology of Mount Mary College and Higher Secondary School organised visits to El Shaddai Children Home and Shalom Rehabilitation Centre on October 10 to promote mental health awareness and help students understand the experiences of children and individuals undergoing rehabilitation.The initiative was organised under the theme “Lived Experiences, Heard Real Voices and Real Changes” to encourage emotional expression and promote awareness of mental health and well-being.At El Shaddai Children Home, the department conducted a brief mental health awareness programme, followed by interactive activities that encouraged children to express their feelings, share their thoughts and recognise the importance of emotional well-being and seeking support.The activities provided a friendly and supportive environment for communication and participation, the college said.During the visit to Shalom Rehabilitation Centre, staff briefed the students on the centre’s history, mission and daily functioning.An interactive session with residents followed, during which they shared their experiences of addiction and recovery. The discussion highlighted the importance of emotional support, understanding and sustained efforts in the rehabilitation process.The visits provided students with an opportunity to connect theoretical knowledge with real-life experiences relating to mental health, emotional well-being and recovery.The interactions also reinforced the importance of empathy, compassion and creating supportive spaces where individuals feel heard and understood, the college said.Through the initiative, the Department of Psychology sought to bridge classroom learning with practical experiences and encourage a more informed and empathetic approach to mental health and social well-being.