Webinar

A webinar was conducted on 4th July at 11 am by Ms. Nilufer Mistry on ‘Depression Rising among Millennials – A Concern and Solutions to Fight’.

The session was conducted in view of the steady rise in depression and similar issues in individuals due to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Ms. Mistry emphasized on the importance of focusing on future prospects, rather than the current situation. She provided tips to the participants to be ready personally and professionally, once the lockdown ceased to exist. She asked the participants to gain additional knowledge and upgrade them so as to face the extreme competition post lockdown. She suggested that, staying positive in such situations was to accept it and control one’s negativity by indulging in physical activities or through meditation.

She also asked the participants, especially the ones working from home, to be more tolerant to the presence family members in their work space and not expect them to adjust beyond what they actually could.

Lastly, Ms. Mistry, implored all participants to seek professional help without any hesitation and to be open to such treatment measures.

The webinar was attended by close to 80 participants comprising of students, academicians and professionals from the corporate.

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Testimonials of Ms. Nilufer Mistry Webinar

The session on “Depression rising among millenials” by Ms. Nilufer Mistry was very enriching and addressed the basics of how to approach pandemic and lockdown positively. Considering the rising number of self harm and suicidal tendencies in today’s youth and impact on mental health, it was need of an hour for such a session. Mental health is not considered at par with physical well being and there is stigma about discussing mental health concerns in the society. Ms. Nilufer addressed this well and suggested how the support can be provided at peer level apart from consulting a counselor.

–  Aditi Kanvinde TISS alumnus

Nilufer Mistry’s summarisation of the topic was quite good.

I agree with her that COVID 19 has created situations beyond our control. Instead of looking at the problems, focus on what can be done to find positive solutions/alternatives; if today you have found yourself jobless, find ways to upgrade / enhance your knowledge or skills and think of where you want to b in two -three years time; read motivational quotes to keep yourself going, spend time with family …

However, I think a lot more could be achieved through a longer Q & A session in the end. As we could get many more scenarios and perspectives

– Archana Seth, Watford, London

Very Excellent Speech at the present situation and thank you organizers for the webinar

– Dhanlakshmi

Excellent talk, very very useful

– D Brighty , Asst Prof, BGCW Punducherry

Very good presentation

– G. Soudjada, Asst Prof, BGCW Punducherry