The Department of Business Administration in association with Department of Psychiatry, Yenepoya Medical College, Mangaluru organizes the session "Mind Matters" by Dr. Anil Kakunje, Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry at Yenepoya Medical College, was held on 22-09-2023 at 3:00pm to 4:00pm on Bishop Aloysius Paul Hall, AB 2, St Joseph Engineering College, was a thought-provoking and enlightening event. The session was introduced by Akanksha Priya Dsouza, a 1st-year MBA student, who welcomed Dr. Kakunje and set the stage for an insightful discussion on mental health.
Dr. Anil Kakunje's Presentation:
Dr. Kakunje began the session by expressing his gratitude for being invited to St. Joseph Engineering College for the third time. He emphasized the importance of mental health, referring to the mind as the controller of one's well-being.
Key Points Discussed:
Importance of Mental Health: Dr. Kakunje highlighted the significance of mental health and its impact on an individual's life. He shared a recent example of a bride who took an exam on her wedding day, illustrating the stress and determination associated with such situations.
Attitude and Determination: He emphasized that one's attitude and determination play a pivotal role in achieving success and maintaining mental well-being.
N Mind Team: Dr. Kakunje introduced his team from the Department of Psychiatry, emphasizing the collective effort required to address mental health issues.
Social Interaction: He stressed the importance of social interaction for overall health, both mental and physical.
Lack of Attention to Mental Health: Dr. Kakunje pointed out the disparity between the attention given to physical health and mental health, with many people neglecting the latter.
Stigmatization: He addressed derogatory terms used for individuals with mental health issues, emphasizing the need to eliminate such stigmatization.
Seeking Help: Dr. Kakunje discussed the reasons why people hesitate to seek help for mental health issues, including lack of knowledge and societal attitudes.
Examples and Stories: Throughout the session, he shared various real-life examples and stories, including cases of depression, OCD, panic attacks, and substance abuse, to illustrate the importance of seeking professional help.
Stress Management: Dr. Kakunje explained the effects of stress on memory, hair loss, and overall health. He differentiated between different types of stress.
Work-Life Balance: He discussed the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and the consequences of last-minute exam preparation.
Relationship and Anger Issues: Dr. Kakunje offered insights into managing relationship issues and anger, highlighting the importance of controlling extreme anger.
Pop Culture References: He made references to movies and public figures, connecting them to mental health issues to make the topic relatable.
Seeking Help: Dr. Kakunje urged individuals facing mental health issues to seek help from professionals or confide in trusted friends and family rather than resorting to self-harm or suicide.
The Power of a Smile: He concluded by suggesting that smiling three times a day could act as a remedy for various problems, emphasizing the significance of a positive outlook.
Question and Answer Session:
A question-and-answer session followed the presentation, where Dr. Kakunje addressed queries related to OCD, Dejavu, split personality, overthinking, and more, emphasizing that timely intervention is crucial for positive outcomes.
The session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Glen Feandes, acknowledging the organizers and St. Joseph Engineering College for providing the opportunity to address this critical topic.
In conclusion, Dr. Anil Kakunje's session "Mind Matters" shed light on the importance of mental health, destigmatizing it, and seeking help when needed. It provided valuable insights and practical advice for maintaining a healthy mind, making it a memorable and enlightening event for all attendees.
