NSS Units & IQAC to Host Awareness Class on “Suicide Prevention” at SN College Alathur

ALATHUR — To promote mental health awareness, emotional resilience, and timely psychological support among youth, the National Service Scheme (NSS Units No. 37 & 117) and the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Sree Narayana College, Alathur, in collaboration with the Shalom Institute of Mental Health & Research (SIMHAR), will organize an Awareness Class on “Suicide Prevention”.

The event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 28th October 2026, at Gurukripa Hall, starting at 11:00 AM.

Key Resource Person & Focus Areas

• Expert Speaker: Dr. Merrin Joseph (BAMS, MD), Consultant Psychiatrist at Ayurveda Shalom Swasthi Mandir.
• Core Objectives:
  • Recognizing Warning Signs: Educating students and volunteers on identifying early indicators of depression, psychological distress, and suicidal ideation among peers.
  • Intervention & Support: Providing practical guidance on crisis intervention, active listening, reducing social stigma around mental health, and seeking professional psychiatric help.
  • Holistic Well-being: Highlighting integrative approaches to emotional wellness, stress management, and mental health maintenance.

Event Summary & Schedule

Event Detail	Information
Program Title	Awareness Class on “Suicide Prevention”
Date & Time	Wednesday, 28th October 2026 | 11:00 AM
Venue	Gurukripa Hall, Sree Narayana College, Alathur
Resource Person	Dr. Merrin Joseph, BAMS, MD (Consultant Psychiatrist, Ayurveda Shalom Swasthi Mandir)
Organizing Wings	• Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) • National Service Scheme (NSS Units No. 37 & 117) • Shalom Institute of Mental Health & Research (SIMHAR)

Institutional Quality Profile

Sree Narayana College, Alathur (affiliated with the University of Calicut), holds NAAC ‘A’ Grade reaccreditation and consistently drives community and student welfare programs to promote overall well-being.