{"id":3834,"date":"2026-10-13T06:31:36","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T06:31:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.dbuniversity.ac.in\/dept-of-psychology\/?p=3834"},"modified":"2026-10-23T06:37:51","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T06:37:51","slug":"world-mental-health-day-2026-lived-experiences-heard-real-voices-real-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.dbuniversity.ac.in\/dept-of-psychology\/world-mental-health-day-2026-lived-experiences-heard-real-voices-real-change\/","title":{"rendered":"World Mental Health Day 2026: Lived Experiences Heard, Real Voices, Real Change"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Department of Psychology, Assam Don Bosco University, Tapesia Campus, in collaboration with Samskara &#8211; Mental Imprints Shaping Behaviour, The Journal Club, Projonmo and Ashadeep, observed <strong>World Mental Health Day 2026<\/strong> on 12 October at the Atrium, Block II.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Centred on the theme <em>\u201cLived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change,\u201d<\/em> the programme featured interactive activities such as Post a Letter, Mood Board and Listening Booth, alongside games, food stalls and a fundraising initiative supporting a mental health cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The observance encouraged emotional expression, empathetic listening, and meaningful conversations about mental health. Through creative engagement and community collaboration, the initiative highlighted the importance of acknowledging individual experiences, challenging stigma, and fostering a more compassionate and supportive community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Your voice matters. Your experience matters. 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