As part of Mental Health Week, organized by the
Psychology Service of Astana International University, an interactive lecture
for students on "Anxiety and Depression: How to Distinguish Stress from
Mental Disorder" was held on November 19. Psychiatrist F.A. Nugumanova
delivered the lecture.
During the event, the specialist provided detailed
explanations of the main symptoms of anxiety, the causes of depressive states,
and the differences between chronic stress and mental disorders.
Students asked questions of interest, actively
participated in discussions based on real clinical cases, and received
practical recommendations on maintaining psychological well-being. The lecture
broadened participants’ understanding of mental health and allowed them to
learn effective self-help strategies for managing difficult situations.