GCMHP conducted an awareness session for women entitled “My priority: Promoting Women’s Mental Health”

GCMHP conducted an awareness session for women entitled "My Priority: Promoting Women's Mental Health." The session aimed to raise awareness about the importance of mental health for women and encourage them to address their psychological, physical, and social needs, enabling them to better cope with daily pressures and challenges.

The session addressed the concept of mental health and its importance in women's lives, highlighting psychological pressures and their impact on emotions and behavior. It also emphasized the importance of self-care, self-esteem, and building self-confidence. Furthermore, the session stressed the importance of seeking psychological and social support when needed and recognizing the indicators that warrant seeking specialized mental health assistance.

The session concluded with a call to action from GCMHP, emphasizing the need to seek mental health support when required. The meeting included an interactive discussion and participation from the women about their experiences and psychological needs. A range of simple guidelines and skills applicable to daily life were presented to alleviate stress and promote psychological well-being. Emphasis was placed on the fact that self-care is not selfishness, but rather a fundamental need for maintaining mental health.

At the end of the meeting, the services offered by GMMHP and how to access them were explained, along with the availability of the free telephone counseling 1800222333 for psychological support and counseling.