Southern Luzon State University (SLSU) Office of Extension Services (OES) and the Employees Association (EA) successfully held a mental health awareness seminar and outreach activity at Paaralang Elementarya ng Nakal for students and their parents, October 29.
The event received warm welcome from Ms. Mary Rose C. Estrabo, Head Teacher III at Paaralang Elementarya ng Nakal in Lucban, Quezon, as well as from faculty members, parents, and students who greeted the visting SLSU EA officers and OES staff.
Dr. Bernardita E. Brillon, a faculty member from the College of Allied Medicine (CAM), presented an insightful lecture on mental health. Her discussion covered mental health fundamentals, potential causes of mental health challenges, and prevention strategies. Dr. Brillon actively engaged parents, teachers, and students, fostering an interactive learning experience.
Following the seminar, an outreach program included a gift-giving activity where students received hygiene kits to support daily routines. Additionally, a group dance activity encouraged students to appreciate the mental and physical health benefits of exercise.
The event was spearheaded by SLSU EA President Ms. Emma O. Reyes, in collaboration with the Office of Extension Services, headed by Dr. Felino J. Gutierrez, Jr., as part of this year’s university celebration of Kawani Day.
By: Jaquelyn D. Merjudio