29/10/2025
COLLEGE NEWS | LCCC conducts Mental Health Awareness Seminar
"Caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health. Let's build a world where it's okay to talk about struggles," said Aifer Kristian A. Sumbang.
La Carlota City College Student Guidance and Placement Center, and Gender and Development (GAD), in collaboration with La Carlota Primary Care Facility I, convened a Mental Health Awareness Seminar at the Graduate School Library LCCC-Main Campus today, October 29.
Aifer Kristian A. Sumbang, Mental Health Coordinator and Guest Speaker, discussed mental health, its importance, common challenges, techniques for stress management, when to seek professional help, ways to support others, and resources and support for mental health. He also talked about mental health facts, risk factors for su***de, protective factors, su***de red flags, ways to start conversations about su***de, and what to do.
Dr. Hermie Alexander D. Sia, Medical Officer IV, tackled anxiety, stress, and coping mechanisms, including stress types, the stress curve, ways Filipinos cope with stress, how to support someone who is stressed and anxious, and behavioral health—covering 7 warning signs. He also highlighted some quotes related to mental health and left a message saying, "Self-love is not selfish."
The event adjourned with closing remarks, expressions of gratitude, and tokens of appreciation presented to the guest speakers by Dr. Mary Hope Q. Ayson, Vice President for Administration & HR; Dr. Doreen R. Bandiez, Guidance Counselor; and Laurence M. Lachica, Head of the Office for Student Affairs and Services.
