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Abstract
Despite the fact that over 150 million Indians suffer from psychiatric disorders, the country faces a severe shortage of mental health professionals, with less than 1,300 psychiatrists graduating annually. One such solution is the establishment of Psychiatry Clubs in medical colleges, which can significantly enhance awareness, education, and community engagement in mental health. The Psychiatry Club at JSS Medical College, Mysuru, established on October 10, 2023, aims to promote mental well-being, provide peer support, as well as foster professional development through workshops, seminars, and collaborations with other mental health professionals and other student led organisations. These clubs offer a sustainable model to bridge the gap between the psychiatry department and students, increasing knowledge and encouraging help-seeking behavior. Further research is needed to assess their impact on improving psychiatry education as well as addressing the broader mental health challenges in India.
Publication Date
2025
Publisher
JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
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Keywords
Psychiatry, Student-led Initiative, Medical Education, Training
Word Count
732
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Khanna A, M K.
Establishing Psychiatry Clubs: Novel Approach to Enhance Psychiatry Teaching Learning in India.
Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine.
2025;
7(1):
-.
doi:
https://doi.org/10.55691/2582-3868.1236
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