The Department of Biology organized an awareness campaign entitled “Mental Health and Combating Anxiety and Depression”, under the supervision of Lecturer M.M. Duha Salah Sahib, as part of the department’s efforts to enhance health and psychological awareness among students and the university community.
The campaign aimed to educate participants on the importance of mental health and ways to prevent anxiety and depression by providing scientific information and practical guidelines. It focused on recognizing early signs of these conditions and addressing them through healthy and safe methods. The campaign also highlighted strategies to strengthen psychological balance and cope with life pressures, contributing to improved quality of life and better academic and personal performance.
The campaign witnessed positive engagement from students, who showed interest in the information and advice provided, emphasizing the importance of such initiatives in promoting psychological awareness and creating a healthy and safe university environment. Additionally, the campaign included the distribution of educational and guidance materials aimed at enhancing skills to manage stress and daily pressures effectively and sustainably.