NSS cell in Central University of Kerala in association with the Department of Environmental Science has conducted an online workshop on Mental stress management. Senior consultant psychiatrist Dr.Vijayakumar D.R. addressed students of environmental science and NSS volunteers. The workshop has provided special focus on how to cope with academic stress and emotional intelligence.

The resource person initiated the session with explaining about stress and emotional intelligence. He has also focused on stating what are the possible reasons for the stress and defined biology of stress. He did throw light on the aspects of academic stress. Along with the theoretical knowledge the resource person also shared practical techniques which we can apply in our daily life to manage stress. The speaker also mentioned stress management during this pandemic times.

The Dean of School of Health Science Systems Dr. Muthukumar Muthuchamy delivered the welcome speech. NSS coordinator Dr. Ranjith Kumavath spoke about the workshop and importance of the webinar. The vote of thanks was given by Dr.S. Anbazhagi,NSS Unit-2 Programme officer.