Access To Mental Health Support
Access to Mental Health Support
Student Support to Mental Health
RAKMHSU provides dedicated mental health and wellbeing support for students. Detailed support services for students experiencing mental health conditions are available on the Student Support Services pages.
Student Support Services – Mental HealthStaff and Faculty Support Services
List of webinars and wellbeing resources facilitated by the HR Department:
During uncertain or stressful situations, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. Taking small, intentional steps can help protect both your safety and emotional well-being – What You Can Do.
Thursday 2nd April 2026 · 02:00pm to 03:00pm (UAE Time)
In times of change and uncertainty, taking care of your emotional wellbeing matters more than ever. A 40-minute session designed to:
- Help you navigate challenges with confidence,
- Build emotional resilience, and practice simple mindfulness techniques you can apply in your daily life.
- The session will be followed by a 5-minute guided mindfulness exercise, along with meditation tips and practical wellbeing guidance.
- Q/A session
Speaker: Dr. Sweta Shah MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)
Dr. Sweta Shah, the Specialist Psychiatrist in Dubai, is one of the best psychiatrists in Dubai who treats a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression disorders, marital problems, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, addiction & substance abuse, schizophrenia, and other psychotic disorders, stress management, and sleep deprivation.
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3. Wellbeing Wednesday’s: 5 New Year’s Resolutions to Improve Your Mental Wellbeing!
Article: Top 5 New Year Resolutions For Mental Health | Aspris UAE -
4. Wellbeing Wednesday’s = Mental Health During the Holiday Season
Article: Mental wellness during the holiday season | Lifeline - 5. Wellbeing Wednesday’s: Savour the Holiday Season and Stay Balanced!
Faculty and Staff Training
| Title | Date | Presenters | Attendees | Relevant SDGs |
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| 1. Anger Management | 5th December 2025 | Dr Ghada Shahrour | — |
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| 2. The Silent Epidemic: High-Functioning Depression and Suicide | 23rd October 2025 | Ms. Sereena Maria Prem and Ms. Zaina Falak Zahir Hussain, MBBS Year 5 students | 35 |
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| 3. Behaviour Activation Program and Its Role in Enhancing Quality of Life | 30th October 2025 | Prof. Ghazala Mir, Leeds University, UK | 38 |
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| 4. Mentorship as a Strategic Approach to Faculty & Institutional Development | 8th Jan 2026 | Dr. Fayrouz Abdalla, Unit Head – Education and Training, CHWD and Assistant Professor Community Medicine | 51 |
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Published Bulletin
The original “Access to Mental Health Support” bulletin pages:
