CBSE CBP WORKSHOP | PROMOTING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS AMONG STUDENTS

Mrs. Rajni opened the day with an engaging overview of mental health in the school setting. She guided participants through the learning objectives, examined the factors that influence a child’s psychological state, and described how positive mental health is manifested in the classroom. Teachers discussed common emotional difficulties they observe, then explored their role in fostering resilience through empathy and stress-management techniques. A role-play activity based on real-life case studies deepened their understanding, while indicators of mental wellness (both positive and negative) helped them recognize when students need support. Mrs. Rajni also introduced the Biopsychosocial and CARE models, highlighted the special considerations of adolescence, and reviewed key psychological theories—cognitive, humanistic, behavioural, and psychodynamic. She concluded by examining disorders such as OCD, eating disorders, schizophrenia, and suicide risk, outlining early warning signs and counselling approaches, and emphasizing the crucial involvement of parents and school counsellors. A short film on resilience rounded off the morning, leaving attendees motivated to apply these insights.

In the afternoon, Mrs. Chandrani Banerjee began by comparing mental-health indicators in Sweden, Germany, and Finland, underscoring how societal support systems shape wellbeing. Participants tackled a myth-versus-reality handout, learned to use The Feeling Wheel and a Daily Mood Tracker, and collaboratively completed a My Wellbeing Toolkit exercise. Indian philosophical practices—Karma Yoga, Dhyana Yoga, and the ideal of Sthitaprajna—were woven into discussions of culturally rooted approaches to mental wellness. Mrs. Banerjee then outlined an effective support network, from peer mentors and parental involvement to professional referrals, and shared practical mindfulness tips alongside an overview of students’ legal rights under the RTI Act, 2000.

The final session introduced a school-based mental-health service model. Teachers explored methods for embedding wellbeing activities into curricula through both formal lessons and informal interactions, and discussed how to form a dedicated implementation team. They examined leadership responsibilities, crafted actionable plans, and were introduced to the PRASHAST app, a digital platform supporting inclusive education. The day ended with an evaluative quiz covering the first three sessions, prompting teachers to consolidate their learning and plan next steps for promoting mental health across their classrooms.