REPORT OF GUEST LECTURE ON “FORENSIC PSYCHIATRIC NURSING" (20/03/2023)

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi, had organized a Guest Lecture on “Forensic Psychiatric Nursing” on 20th March 2023.

The Expert Lecture was delivered by Mr. Siddhaveerappa B. Tuppad, Assistant Professor Dept. of Mental Health Nursing College of Nursing BIMS Belagavi. Total 100 UG & 02 PG students were benefitted by the program.

Mr. Gururaj Udapi, Associate Professor welcomed the Chief Guest. Dr. Manjunath Sogalad, Associate Professor proposed the vote of thanks. All the Staffs of Department of Mental Health Nursing had participated in the program.

REPORT OF HEALTH TALK ON “MENTAL HYGIENE”(23/02/2023)

Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi had conducted a Health talk on “Mental Hygiene” for High School students at Government High School Vantmuri Belagavi on 23rd February 2023.

Mrs. Sushma Patil Assistant Professor, Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER INS Belagavi and Ms. Parvathi Babaladimath Junior Tutor Dept of Mental Health Nursing spoke on the importance of Mental Hygiene among school students and the techniques to be followed for being mentally healthy.

Dr. Manjuanth Sogalad, Associate Professor Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi welcomed the school faculty and students of the event. Faculties from department of psychiatry nursing & PG students were present.

ANGER MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME FOR INMATES OF CENTRAL PRISON HINDALGA BELAGAVI (29/06/2022)

KAHER Institute of nursing sciences, department of mental health nursing has organized a lecture on anger management and role play on ill effects of substance abuse for inmates of central prison Hindlga on 29th June 2022.

The programme started by offering pooja to Gautama Buddha in prayer hall Dr. Sudha A Raddi Principal Institute of nursing sciences was the chief guest for the function she spoke on the importance of anger management for inmates and also suggested to inculcate good habits in life. Mr. Veereshkumar S N Head department of mental health nursing on behalf of institute welcomed the central prison staff by giving saplings.

Shri.Krishnakumar chief superintendent central prison presided over the function and in his presidential remarks he advised the inmates the importance of meditation and spirituality to control the mind. The superintendent had quoted and explained the principles of Gautam Buddha, Dr.B R Ambedkar and JagdguruBasavanna. Shri.Shahbuddin K, Asst.Superintendent, Sri.Arun PSI KSISF, YallappaNaik Jailor and other officials were present for the function. The programme was well coordinated by Mr. ShashikantYadgude Coordinator central prison Belagavi.

Students of KAHER Institute of nursing sciences performed role play on ill effects of substance use which was well appreciated by inmates and the staff of central prison. The programme followed by the lecture on anger management by Mr. Sangangouda S Asst.Professor and Miss, Sheetal M PG Student.Vote of thanks was delivered by Dr.ManjunathSogalad,Assistant Professor. Mr. GururajUdapi,Asso.prof, Dr.AshokKamat , Asso.Prof. Mr.AmeyKhandeAsst.Prof ,Mrs.SushmaPatil were present during the function.

REPORT OF HEALTH TALK ON “SUICIDE PREVENTION" (09/09/2022)

On occasion of World Suicide prevention Day the Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi in association with Department of Psychiatry JN Medical College Belagavi, had conducted a Health talk on “Suicide Prevention” on the theme “Creating Hope through Actions” at Psychiatry OPD of KLE’S DrParabhakarKoreCharatible Hospital Belagavi on 09th September 2022.

Dr. SandeepPatil, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry JN Medical College, Belagavi spoke on the importance of celebration of World suicide day and its prevention in society & Mr. GururajUdapi, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health Nursing KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi spoke on the theme “Creating Hope through Actions” with few live examples on how to prevent the situations that lead to commit suicide in one’s life. This was followed by the PG students who spoke on the prevalence and the helpline available for the individuals with suicidal thoughts and feelings. On this occasion, the inmates of the psychiatry ward also shared their life experience’s on how they have cope with the overwhelming situations that lead to devoid of all hopes and suicidal thoughts.

REPORT OF HEALTH AWARENESS PROGRAMME ON “PREVENTION OF ALZEIMER'S AND ITS COMPLICATIONS” (21/09/2022)

On occasion of World Alzheimer’s Day the Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi in association with NSS Unit of nursing college, had conducted a Health Awareness program on “Prevention of Alzheimer’s and its complications” on the occasion of “World Alzheimer’s Day” at Vantmuri village Belagavi on 21st September 2022.

During the occasion Prof VeereshNandagaon Principal KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi briefed about the theme of World Alzheimer’s Day. The health awareness program was delivered in the form of skit conducted by NSS Volunteers of 3rd Year B.Sc (N) and Mr. GururajUdapi Associate Professor, Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi briefed about the importance of the topic. Mr. ManjuanthSogalad, Mr. AmeyKhande ,Mrs. SushmaPatil, and Mr. SangangoudaShanbhoag were present during the occasion. Around 30 old age clients were benefitted by the program.

REPORT ON OCCASION OF “WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY" (10/10/2022)

On occasion of World Mental Health Day the Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi in association with NSS Unit of Nursing College, had conducted a Health Awareness program on the occasion of “World Mental Health Day” theme at KLE Society’s Raja Lakhamagouda Pre University Science College campus Belagavi on 10th October 2022 from 9 to 11am.

During the occasion Prof. VeereshkumarNandagaon Principal & Head of the Department of Mental Health Nursing, briefed on the theme of World Mental Health Day 2022. The health awareness programs conducted were Skit, Mime and Flash Mob by NSS Volunteers of 4th Year & 3rd Year B.Sc (N). Mr. GururajUdapi Dr. Ashok Kamat , Dr. ManjuanthSogalad, Mr. AmeyKhande, Mrs. SushmaPatil, and Mr. SangangoudaShanbhog were present during the occasion. Mr. NiranjanWadekar NSS Volunteer proposed the vote of thanks. Around 120 P U College students were benefitted by the program.

REPORT OF GUEST LECTURE ON “MENTAL HEALTH IN AN UNEQUAL WORLD (12/10/2021)

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi, organized a Guest Lecture on the occasion of World Mental Health Day theme on “Mental Health in an Unequal World” for the Nursing Students of KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi on 12.10.2021.

The Expert Lecture was delivered by Dr. BheemsainTekkalaki, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry Nursing, KAHER J.N.Medical College,Belagavi. After the lecture the forum was open for queries to clear their doubts. Total 156 Nursing Students were benefited by the guest lecture.All the Staffs of Department of Mental Health Nursing,Dept PG Students, B. Sc (N) 3rdYear,and 2nd year GNM students were participated in the program.

REPORT OF WORKSHOP ON “PSYSCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT & TESTS" (09/11/2021)

Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi organized a Workshop on “Psychological Assessment & Tests” on 09th November 2021 at KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi.

The welcome speech was delivered by Organizing Secretary Mr. VeereshkumarNandagaon Associate Professor & Head of the Department KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences. Dr. Yasmin D Nadaf Assistant Professor & Head of Department of Psychology JNMC KAHER Belagavi was the Chief Guest for the workshop, Prof (Dr). Sudha A Raddi Principal KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi delivered the presidential remarks & emphasized on importance of conducting Psychological Assessments in various fields of Health Sciences.

Ms. Carol D’ Souza Lecturer Dept of Psychology JNMC KAHER Belagavi, Ms. Rozisahar B Jamadar, Lecturer Dept of Psychology JNMC KAHER Belagavi& Mr. AmeyKhande Assistant Professor KAHER INS Belagavi were the Speakers for the Workshop. Mr. SangangoudaShanbhogAsst Prof Dept of Mental Health Nursing proposed the vote of thanks.

The faculty members Mr. GururajUdapi, Dr. ManjunathSogalad& Mrs. SushmaPatil, and PG Students from Department of Mental Health Nursing, were present. More than 100 participants were benefitted by the workshop.

REPORT OF INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON “QUALITATIVE RESEARCH" (06/02/2020)

Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi organized a Workshop on “Qualitative Research” on 6th February 2020 at KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi.

The welcome speech was delivered by Prof (Dr) Sudha A Raddi, Dean and Principal KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences. The workshop was inaugurated by Dr. Amy Szajna, Asst Prof Jefferson College of Nursing, Thomas Jefferson University, Phildelphia USA. And Dr. Patricia Kelly, Associate Dean for Research and Professor, University of Missouri Kansas. (Retired) Research Consultant who were also the Resource Persons for the day & Prof. (Dr). Sudha A. Raddi, Dean & Principal, KLE University’s Institute of Nursing Sciences and some delegates of different constituent units.

The first session was on “Developing interview questions” which was delivered by Dr. Amy Szajna, Asst Prof Jefferson College of Nursing, Thomas Jefferson University, Phildelphia USA. Focused on Basics of Qualitative research, developing interview guide, Different types of interview question and formation of theoretical framework of social Ecological Model. The session was continued by Dr. Patricia Kelly, Associate Dean for Research and Professor, University of Missouri Kansas. (Retired) Research Consultant. She explained the application of theoretical framework of social Ecological Model.

Second session was on “Art of Interviewing” which was delivered by Dr. Amy Szajna, Asst Prof Jefferson College of Nursing, Thomas Jefferson University, Phildelphia USA. Focused on Different types of interviews, Difference between Focus groups and individual interview. Second session was continued by Dr. Patricia Kelly, Associate Dean for Research and Professor, University of Missouri Kansas. (Retired) Research Consultant. She discussed on problems faced during interviewing and solutions for interviewing challenges. Both the resource persons enacted on art of interviewing with a live example.

Mr. Gururaj Udapi Asst Prof and HOD Dept of Mental Health Nursing & Organizing Secretary proposed the vote of thanks.

Mr. Ashok Kamat, Mr. Veeresh Nandagaon, Mr.Manjunath Sogalad, Mr. Amey Khande, Mrs. Sushma Patil, Mr. Sangangouda Shanbhog , Mr.Manjunarh Patil faculty and PG Students from Department of Mental Health Nursing, were present. 97 participants from various constituent units and from other institutions had participated in the workshop and were benefitted.

REPORT OF CONTINUING NURSING EDUCATION (CNE) ON “NEUROTIC & STRESS RELATED DISORDERS" (03/11/2020)

KAHER Institute of Nursing Science’s Department of Mental Health Nursing had organized an Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) program on “Neurotic and Stress related disorders on 03rd November 2020.

Under the guidance of Prof (Dr) Sudha A Raddi, Principal KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi and Organizing Chairperson of the CNE, the sessions began with the welcome speech by Mr.Gururaj Udupi Associate. Prof, Department of Mental Health Nursing. The Scientific sessions began at 10.00 am. The first session on “Introduction to Neurotic and Stress related disorders” was delivered by Mr.Manjunath Sogalad Asst. Prof., Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi . The second session of expert lecture was on “Phobic Anxiety Disorders”, which was delivered by Mr. Susheelkumar V. Ronad, Asst. Prof DIMHANS, Dharwad. Mrs. Xavier Belsiya Asst. Prof. and Head of the Department of Mental Health Nursing AIIMS Rishikesh, Uttarakhand rendered an expert session on “Stress Management program”. Last session was on “Obsessive Compulsive Disorders” delivered by Mr. Amey Khande, Asst. Prof., Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi.

Mr. Veereshkumar Nandagaon HOD Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi and Organizing Secretary of the CNE introduced and welcomed the guest speaker Mrs. Xavier Belsiyal, Mrs. Sushma Patil, Asst Professor Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi introduced and welcomed Mr. Susheelkumar Ronnad ,Mr. Ashok Kamat, Asso Prof KAHER INS Belagavi proposed the vote of thanks. Mr. Sangangouda Shanbhog, Asst Professor Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi and Mr. Manjunath Patil.

Senior Tutor Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi were present. 85 UG and PG students had participated from, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi.

INTERNATIONAL WEBINAR (20/08/2020)

KAHER Institute of Nursing Science’s Department of mental health nursing in collaboration with Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, USA had organized an international webinar on “psychological First Aid… A multidisciplinary approach” on 19^th & 20^th August 2020.

We have received overwhelming response in the form of registration from different parts of the world around 1150 participants have registered for this webinar. The participants are from across all the states and universities of India and also from other countries (Dubai, Kuwait, Australia, UK, USA, Ethiopia, and Saudi Arabia). The faculty and students from various disciplines like Nursing, Medical, Dental, and Engineering and other professions.

Dr. Prabhakar Kore Chancellor KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research Belagavi,and Chairman KLE Society given introductory remarks and appreciated the topic selected for the webinar, he also expressed that the corona virus infection or COVID-19 outbreak is one of the biggest medical challenges to humankind in recent times it has shaken the entire world and created global panic and also said that It is important to address the psychological impact of COVID 19 not only on general population also specifically on health care providers.

Dr. Vivek Savoji Vice Chancellor KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research Belagavi delivered key note address and encouraged participants to take benefit of this webinar. Dr. Sudha A Raddi Principal KAHER Institute of Nursing Science’s Belagavi and organizing chairperson of the webinar welcomed participants and introduced the speakers of the webinar.

On Day one  The speakers from Thomas Jefferson University Philadelphia, USA, Dr. Amy Szajna Assistant professor and also adjunct professor at KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research Belagavi, Dr. Bobby Posmotier Professor & Director Nursing PhD Program, Angela M. Gerolamo Associate Professor, Kathryn M. Shaffer, Associate Professor, Aparna Kumar, CRNP, PhD is an Assistant Director and Program Director of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program spoke on Emotional wellbeing of health care workers and Need for peer support to overcome crisis.

On day two the speakers and topics covered were, Dr. Sudha A Raddi Principal KAHER Institute of Nursing Science’s Belagavi spoke on Addressing mental health issues among pregnant and postpartum women , Mrs. Mini George registered psychiatric nurse Safety, Culture coordinator, victoria Australia spoke on Adapting mental health services to covid-19 pandemic, Dr. Madhav Prabhu MD General Medicine KLEs Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital & MRC Belagavi spoke on Building a COVID facility – challenges & Outcome and Mr.Veereshkumar N Associate Professor & HOD Dept.Of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi spoke on Stigma, Discrimination and Myths about COVID-19.

Mr. Veereshkumar Nandagaon the organizing secretary of the webinar proposed vote of thanks  and Mr.Ashok Kamat joint secretary, other faculty members of dept. of mental health nursing Mr. Gururaj Udapi, Mr. Manjunath S, Mr.Amay Khande, Mrs.Sushma Patil, Mr. Sangangouda Shanbhag and Mr. Manjunath P moderated the sessions

WORLD ALZHEIMER’S DAY

REPORT OF HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMME ON “PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF ELECTRONIC GADGETS ON SCHOOL CHILDREN” (21/06/2019)

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi, had organized a Health Education program on “Psychological Impact of Electronic Gadgets on School Children” on 21^st June 2019 at Government Higher Primary School Kakati Belagavi.

The health education was given by Mr. Sangangouda Shanbaugh, Senior Tutor, Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi. Mr. Gururaj Udapi HOD Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi briefed about the importance of the topic. Asso Prof Mr. Veeresh Nandgaon, Asso Prof Mr. Ashok Kamat, Mr. Amey Khande and Mrs. Sushma Patil, Senior Tutor Department of Mental Health Nursing were present during the occasion. Around 50 High School students and staffs were benefitted by the program.

REPORT OF WORKSHOP ON “NEUROLOGICAL EXAMINATION” (21/09/2018)

On the occasion of World Alzimer’s Day 2018, Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi organized a Workshop on “Neurological Examination” on 21^st September 2018 at KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi.

The welcome speech was delivered by Mrs. Samjana Giri 2^nd Year M.Sc Nursing student.  On this occasion Key note address was delivered by Mr. Gururaj Udapi Asst Prof and HOD Dept of Mental Health Nursing along with Organizing Secretary Mr. Manjunath Sogalad Asst Prof Dept of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi.

Prof.(Mrs.) Sumitra L A, Vice Principal, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences, Belagavi, delivered the presidential remarks & emphasized on importance of conducting Neurological Examination.

The Vote of thanks for the inaugural function was given by, Ms. Veena Kardiguddi, 2^nd Year M.Sc Nursing , Department of Mental Health Nursing.

The Scientific sessions began at 9:30am. In the first session Dr (Prof) Mr. R D Virupaxi Prof & HOD Dept of Anatomy JNMC KAHER Belagavi, delivered an expert lecture on Overview of Nervous System. The second session of expert lecture was on “Neurological Assessment, which was delivered by Dr. Anil Murgod, Asso Prof KIPT KAHER, Belagavi. Mr. Veeresh Nandahgaon Asso. Prof. KAHER INS Belagavi, rendered an expert lecture on “Mental Status Examination”.

In the post lunch session, the first lecture was on “Role of Nurse in Neurological Examination”, delivered by Mr. Manjunath Sogalad. Asst. Prof. Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi, Practical Sessions were carried out and later sessions on Neurological Examination by Faculty of Mental Health Nursing.

Mr. Ashok Kamat, Mr. Amey Khande, Mrs. Sushma Patil, Mr. Somshekhar Karadi, Mr. Sangangouda Shanbhog faculty and PG Students from Department of Mental Health Nursing, were present. 150 students had participated in the workshop and were benefitted.

REPORT OF School Health on “EFFECTS OF YOGA AND MEDITATION ON MENTAL HEALTH” (21/06/2018)

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, KLE Academy of Higher Education and Research, Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi, had organized a school Health Program on “Effects of Yoga and Meditation on Mental Health” for the School children, at Government Primary School and Higher Secondary School, Kakati (Kannada, Marathi, and Urdu medium) Belagavi on 21^st June 2018.

Mr. Gururaj Udapi, Assistant Professor & I/C H.O.D, Dept. of Mental Health Nursing introduced the topic and focused on importance of “Yoga and meditation”. The Lecture was delivered by    Mr. Sangangouda Shanabhag, Senior Tutor, Dept of Mental Health Nursing  KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi and Mr. Manjunath Sogalad, Assistant Profgessor, Dept of Mental Health Nursing delivered the vote of thanks. Total 650 School children and Teachers were present during the session and they were also actively involved in the program as followed by the demonstration of Yogasana’s performed by the Yoga teachers of the school.

Mr. Veeresh Nandagaon and Mrs. Sushma Patil were present during the program.

REPORT OF HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAMME ON “ILL EFFECTS OF CONSUMING TOBACCO" (31/05/2018)

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi, had organized a Health Education program on Ill Effects of consuming Tobacco on the occasion of World No Tobacco Day on 31^st May 2018 at Government Higher Primary School Kakati Belagavi.

The health education was given by Mr. Satish Koujalgi, Asst Prof & Psychiatric Social Worker JNMC Belagavi. Mr. Gururaj Udapi HOD Dept of Mental Health Nursing KAHER INS Belagavi briefed about the importance of the day. Asso Prof Mr. Veeresh Nandgaon, Mr. Amey Khande Senior Tutor, Department of Mental Health Nursing along with 4 PG Students were present during the occasion. Around 120 7^th and 8^th standard students, and around 80 other students and staffs were benefitted by the program.

REPORT OF GUEST LECTURE ON “DE ADDICTION THERAPY” (23/02/2018)

The Department of Mental Health Nursing, KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi, organized a Guest Lecture on “De Addiction Therapy” for the Nursing Students of KAHER Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi on 23-02-2018.

The Expert Lecture was delivered by Dr. Sandeep Patil Assistant Professor, department of Psychiatry Nursing, KAHER J.N.Medical College,  Belagavi. After the lecture the forum was open for queries to clear their doubts. Total 156 Nursing Students were benefited by the guest lecture.All the Staffs of Department of Mental Health Nursing, B. Sc (N) 3^rd Year, and 2^nd year GNM students were participated in the program.

GUEST LECTURE ON “WRITING NURSING DIAGNOSIS IN PSYCHIATRY" (10/09/2017)

Guest Speaker: Mr.Siddhaveerappa V Tuppad, Staff Nurse BIMS Belagavi

STATE LEVEL CNE ON “SUICIDE A GLOBAL CRISIS CONDUCTED" (08/09/2017)

REPORT OF AWARENESS RALLY PROGRAMME ON “EVE OF WORLD CONSUMERS RIGHTS DAY" (14/03/2017)

On the eve of World Consumers Rights Day K.L.E.U’s Institute of Nursing Sciences Belagavi Department of Mental Health Nursing had organized a rally on Consumers Rights and created awareness regarding the rights of the consumers at Ranakunde Village on 14-03-2017. During the rally students raised slogans with banners in their hands underlining the importance of the drive and distributed the pamphlets regarding the consumer’s rights.  Around 400 villagers were benefited by the rally.

Around 50 students along with faculty of Department of Mental Health Nursing were present on the occasion.

GUEST LECTURE ON “PERSONALITY DISORDERS CONDUCTED" (25/10/2016)

GUEST LECTURE ON “PSYCHOIMMUNOLOGY" (20/10/2016)

Mr. Prbhuswami Herimath Lecturer from KIMSU Karad delivered the expert lecture on

Mission

The department of mental health nursing aims to prepare nurses to assume responsibilities as professional, competent nurses in providing promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative services to the mentally ill patients.

Overview

Mental health nursing is a profession, possessing its unique history, ideology, knowledge and skills. It provides services to individuals whose primary health needs are related to mental, emotional and developmental problems, especially serious disorders and persistent disabilities.

Psychiatric nursing is a specialized area of nursing practice, employing the wide range of explanatory theories of human behavior as its science and purposeful use of self as its art. It is committed to the maintenance, promotion and restoration of optimal mental health for individuals, families, community groups and society through the use of therapeutic relationships and interventions.

The department of Mental health nursing is enthusiastic to provide quality education to students in graduation and post graduation level, under the supervision of excellent faculty. The department has promised to facilitate both professional and personal growth in the students and the faculty by encouraging and supporting their participation in continuing educational activities.

Aim and Objectives
Aim: To create a center of excellence in Mental health nursing.

Objectives

•  For Undergraduate Course
• To inculcate thirst for learning so that students develop in-depth knowledge.
• To describe the concept of normal and abnormal behavior.
• To inculcate sense of responsibility and accountability and put in hard and sincere work to excel.
• To describe the management of various mental disorders.

•  For Postgraduate Course
• Guide a postgraduate to develop capabilities to learn, diagnose and take up research work.
• To explain the dynamics of personality development and human behavior.
• To apply the nursing process approach in caring for the patients with mental disorder.
• To incorporate evidence based nursing practice and identify the areas of research in the field of psychiatric nursing.

External Posting

Students are posted to Dharwad Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (DIMHANS) and National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) Bangalore.