Youth Forum Highlights Importance of Good Mental Health
Minister’s Youth Forum Promotes Positive Messages on Good Mental Health
Basseterre, St. Kitts – Positive messages affirming the value of "Good Mental Health" were shared with dozens of young people across St. Kitts who attended the Minister’s Youth Forum held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on Thursday, November 14, 2024.
Deputy Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley interacting with youth at the event.
Various presenters, including staff from the National Counselling Centre, highlighted key issues that contribute to poor mental health, and coping strategies to overcome the negative effects that can lead to feelings of depression, self-harm, or in some cases physical violence.
Delegates at the Minister’s Youth Forum in St. Kitts. 
Second-year student Daniella Clarke, from Basseterre High School, appreciated the sessions. "It was interesting and I learnt a lot of new things," she said, noting that at times she openly expresses anger. "I learnt ways to control my emotions, my temper, and I am going to stop barking (shouting) after people and I will start ignoring people because I can get easily frustrated."
Conclusion
The Minister’s Youth Forum was a successful initiative that promoted positive messages on good mental health among young people in St. Kitts. The event provided a platform for mental health professionals to share key issues and coping strategies, and for young people to engage openly and honestly about issues affecting them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the focus of the Minister’s Youth Forum?
A: The focus of the Minister’s Youth Forum was on promoting good mental health among young people in St. Kitts.
Q: Who attended the event?
A: Dozens of young people from various schools across St. Kitts attended the event.
Q: What were some of the key issues highlighted by mental health professionals?
A: Key issues highlighted by mental health professionals included poor mental health, coping strategies, and negative effects that can lead to feelings of depression, self-harm, or physical violence.
Q: What was the reaction of the young people who attended the event?
A: The young people who attended the event appreciated the sessions and found them informative and helpful.
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