| QTN Co-ordinator | Beneficiary Sector | Project Details | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Psychiatry, The University of Hong Kong | Secondary | Information 1 | Mental Health |
Mindshift Educational Networking Programme (Phase III) (2021/22)
- To enhance teachers’ understanding of mental health, and their knowledge (including mental health problems induced by being frequently exposed to stressful events during the social unrest, such as acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.) and skills in handling stress-induced emotional and behavioural problems arising from students;
- To develop a positive mental health culture in secondary schools by enhancing the wellness of mind and body and increasing capacity to handle mental health concerns;
- To cultivate a friendly environment by promoting a mental health awareness in schools; and
- To enhance students’ understanding of mental wellness and illness, skills to cope with stress and emotions, and empathy towards people with mental illness (in particular psychosis).