“Don’t ignore mental problems” says Psychologist K. Punnam Chander

RSD- Sircilla news: Under the Handloom and Textiles Department, the Mind Care and Counseling Center at the Government General Hospital in Pragati Nagar, renowned psychologist K. Punnam Chander conducted counseling for the workers. Speaking on the occasion, Punnam Chander said that mental problems should not be ignored. He said that there are many sleep problems among the workers. He said that lack of sleep can cause many mental problems and physical illnesses. He said that lifestyle diseases such as blood pressure, diabetes, cancers and suicidal thoughts are prevalent. He said that by abandoning negative thoughts and adopting a positive attitude, by making small changes, one can get rid of many lifestyle diseases. He said that there are many disputes between husband and wife in the families of the workers and that family counseling is being conducted through the Mind Care Center. Stating that it is natural for everyone to have some problem, he said that they should focus on the solutions and not on the problem and solve it with patience. He said that the thriftiness among the workers is low and they should make a habit of saving a lot from their income. He said that physical and mental health services are available at the Sircilla Government Hospital and they should take advantage of it. He said that if any mental problems arise, they should be resolved immediately without delay. He said that the government has specially set up a Mind Care and Counseling Center for the welfare of Power Loom workers and advised the workers to contact them if they face any mental problem. Konda Uma, Rapelli Latha, Boora Srimati, and the workers participated in this program.