Thursday, October 10, 2024 -Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called on Nigerians to commit to improving mental health awareness.
In a message commemorating World
Mental Health Day, the First Lady of Nigeria encouraged individuals to seek
medical help and counselling early.
This year’s theme is: “It’s time to
prioritise mental health in the workplace.”
The First Lady noted that emotions
bottled up can lead to mental health issues.
She said: “Today I join the rest of
the world to commemorate Mental Health Awareness Day.
“This year’s theme 'It’s Time to
Prioritize Mental Health in the Workplace' is timely especially in times like
this when most people feel dissatisfied at the workplace for several reasons,
that could affect one’s mental wellbeing.
“Emotions bottled up is the beginning of
mental health issues and challenges that confront individuals.
“If there were no fears of
stigmatization, people would tend to speak openly about their struggles, thus
leading to early diagnosis thereby improving recovery outcomes.
“With love and support, mental health
issues will be drastically reduced within and outside the workplace.
“Let us all commit to improving
mental health awareness and enjoin individuals to seek medical help and
counselling early.
“Please be your brother’s keeper for
a safer society.”
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