Utkal University, PGIMER Capital Hospital sign MoU to facilitate Inter-institutional learning and Research

The Psychological department of Utkal University signed the MoU with PGIMER and Capital hospital Bhubaneswar in the presence of Utkal University Vice Chancellor Prof Sabita Acharya and Director, PGIMER and Capital Hospital. Prof Nibedita Pani.

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As per the agreement Collaborative research would be undertaken where there are possibilities and opportunities in the interdisciplinary research areas.

Provision of short term learning experience and exposure in the areas of Psychiatry, Public Health and other relevant interdisciplinary areas such as Positive Psychology, Mental Health, Stress Management, and Psychological Counseling through workshops would mutually benefit the stakeholders concerned. Cooperation in internship opportunities for students of Department of Psychology would also be included in this collaboration.

Prof Sabita Acharya opined that such collaboration would facilitate a holistic approach to health promotion in the state. ‘

'It is imperative to integrate both physical and mental health in addressing any disease or disorder’, she said.

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