Mental Wellness: Practical Tips for Daily Living

Mental wellness is essential for our overall well-being. It allows us to cope with the normal stresses of life, work productively, and contribute to our communities. However, many people struggle with mental health challenges at some point in their lives.

This workshop will explore the mind-body connection and how occupational therapy and physiotherapy can be used to promote mental wellness.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

To educate participants on:

• Mental wellness and practical tips on achieving it.
• Occupational therapy perspective on mental wellness.
• Holistic approach for mental wellbeing.
• Physiotherapy perspective on mental wellness.

COURSE OUTLINE

1. Definition of mental wellness
2. Components of mental wellness
3. How Occupational Therapy contributes towards mental wellness
4. Suggestions for holistic approach towards mental wellness
5. Success stories
6. Practical tips
7. Exercises for mental wellness (demonstration)

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon successful completion of the course, learners will be able to state what is meant by mental wellness and state approaches to support mental wellness.

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

1. Lectures
2. Group activity

Seniors 65 years old and above