𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗘 𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 | LPCians navigate Mental Wellness in celebration of Mental Health Month

Date Posted: Oct. 29, 2026

LIMAY, Bataan — Limay Polytechnic College (LPC) strengthened its commitment to mental health awareness and holistic well-being as faculty members and students participated in the session titled “When to Weather It, When to Call for Backup: Navigating the Mental Health Spectrum” on October 27, 2026, at the College Audio-Visual Room.

The activity was organized by the Health Services Unit supported by the Center for Guidance, Testing, and Human Formation as part of the observance of Mental Health Awareness Month.

Dr. Miguel Enrico P. Teves of Mariveles Mental Wellness and General Hospital served as resource speaker and session facilitator, sharing valuable insights on understanding mental health, recognizing emotional challenges, developing healthy coping strategies, and determining when professional assistance may be necessary.

Recognizing When to Cope and When to Seek Help

The session emphasized that mental health is an essential component of overall well-being and that people may experience varying levels of emotional and psychological challenges throughout their lives.

Understanding these experiences enables individuals to respond more effectively to stress, recognize warning signs, and identify appropriate sources of support.

Through the discussion, participants were encouraged to develop healthy coping mechanisms, while recognizing that seeking professional help is a responsible and positive step when personal strategies and available support are no longer sufficient.

The session also reinforced the importance of creating a culture where mental health concerns can be discussed with empathy, understanding, and respect—without stigma or judgment.

Advancing a Safe and Healthy Learning Environment

Beyond commemorating Mental Health Awareness Month, the initiative supports LPC’s institutional commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive environment conducive to teaching, learning, and working.

Recognizing that academic demands, workplace pressures, personal circumstances, and environmental stressors can affect well-being, the College continues to emphasize preventive education, timely assistance, and access to appropriate support services for both students and personnel.

The activity was particularly relevant to the LPC community, as mental wellness is closely connected to personal resilience, productive engagement, positive relationships, and successful academic and professional performance.

The Office of the College President commended the Health Services Team, led by Ms. Rodalie Dineros, for initiating the activity and Dr. Teves for sharing his expertise and facilitating a meaningful discussion.

Through sustained collaboration between health and guidance services, LPC seeks to strengthen mental health awareness, encourage early help-seeking, and promote a culture of care across the institution.

At LPC, mental wellness is an essential part of student success and employee well-being.

By learning when to weather challenges and when to seek backup, every LPCian is encouraged to practice self-care, extend understanding to others, and help build a campus where no one has to face their struggles alone. #

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