Department of Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing
The objective of the Psychiatric (Mental Health) Nursing Department is to deliver high-quality education in Mental Health Nursing across Diploma, Undergraduate, and Postgraduate Nursing programs. It delivers Evidence-Based Nursing care tailored to the needs of mentally ill patients, emphasizing promotion, prevention, and rehabilitation. The department conducts research to promote mental health and prevent mental illness in individuals, families, and communities. The faculty and students collaborate with the multidisciplinary health team to carry out mental health promotional activities for the community. The department is committed to providing opportunities for the professional growth of the students and faculty.
For any information regarding the admissions,mail us at: info@nitte.edu.in
Facilities
The UG and PG students are posted in the psychiatric ward, OPD, De-addiction wards and KSHEMA Sandhya of Justice K.S. Hegde Hospital. Additionally, students have the opportunity to gain experience at the Nitte Rural Psychiatric Centre located in Karkala, Udupi District, Karnataka. Postgraduate students benefit from advanced clinical exposure at prestigious institutions such as the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS). In addition, the postgraduate students undergo a one-week AYUSH posting at the Alvas College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, Moodbidri.
Research Thrust Areas
- Depression
- Schizophrenia
- Dementia
- Adolescence Mental Health
On-Going Research projects
Extramural Project Ongoing
- Effectiveness of a biopsychosocial-skill intervention to enhance the well-being of nurses in the selected oncology unit of South India.
Ph. D Project Ongoing
- Impact of life skill training program on factors influencing academic performance of Nursing Students
- Effectiveness of Reminiscence therapy on Cognitive functions and QOL among Dementia clients
- Effectiveness of intervention developed to enhance biopsychosocial well-being of health care workers in the oncology department
- Effectiveness of Multimode Intervention on lifestyle Changes among caregivers of Cancer Patients
- Effectiveness of Behavioural Intervention on level of Nicotine dependence among Smokeless Tobacco users
- Effectiveness of Gender-Specific Intervention on self-efficacy, QOL and Psychological wellness among CKD Patients
UG Project Ongoing
- • Emotional intelligence and psychological distress among the adolescents in selected colleges of Mangalore- A correlational study
- Self-perceived body image and self-esteem among adolescents in selected colleges of Mangalore.
Research completed
UG Project Completed
- A Study on nomophobia, anxiety and insomnia among college students in selected degree colleges in Ullal Taluk, Dakshina Kannada
- Perception of nurse’s Spirituality and spiritual care at the selected hospital of Mangalore: A cross-sectional study
Publications
- Vadeo B, Shetty S, Nalini M. Prevalence of depression among clients with diabetes and hypertension in selected hospital at Mangaluru, India. Journal of Education and Health Promotion. 2023 Nov 1;12(1):404
Paper Presentation
- Dr Nalini M presented the paper “Factors contributing to alcoholism among men in the selected de-addiction center, Mangalore” at the National Conference on “Advancing Health Care Through Informatics and Technology: Bridging Innovation and Patient Care” Organized by Theerthanker Mahaveer University, Theertanker Mahaveer College of Nursing Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh in collaboration with Glorious International Nursing Research and Academic, (GINRA) Foundation held between 20th – 22nd November 2023
Services
The departmental faculty and students actively participate in community extension activities. The department observes world suicide prevention day, world Alzheimer's and world Mental health week every year to create awareness among the general public. The department also provides a Life skill training programme for freshers and NSS volunteers of the college.
Dr. NALINI M.
- Designation Professor & Head of the department
- Email nalini@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No. 8095679510
- Joining date 16-06-2003
PhD(N), M. Sc (Psychiatric Nursing)
Principal Investigator for TNAI funded project entitled "Effectiveness of a biopsychosocial-skill intervention to enhance the well-being of nurses in the selected oncology unit of south India".
Received best research paper for the research entitled "Effectiveness of multimode tobacco cessation program for tobacco users" by Biostatistics Consultancy.
Published twelve papers in Scopus, WoS and PubMed-indexed journals.
Presented ten papers
at international and national conferences
Guide for UG, PG & PhD projects
- Mental Health Nursing
- Advanced Concepts of Nursing
- Psychology
- Nursing Research
Training Undergone
- Completed NPTEL course on Health Fundamental Research in 2016.
- Completed NPTEL course on Qualitative Research in 2021
- Attended TOT on life skill training at NIMHANS in the year 201
Additional information
- Guide for Ph D, PG and UG projects
- Completed Doctoral Degree under Nitte (Deemed to be) University in 2019.
- Completed Post Graduation in Psychiatric Nursing specialty at NUINS in 2008 under RGUHS, Bengaluru.
- Completed B.Sc Nursing from The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR, Medical University, Chennai in 2001.
Mr. SUKESH
- Designation Assistant Professor
- Email sukeshm@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No. 8861036103
- Joining date 01-06-2013
M. Sc (Psychiatric Nursing)
Co-Investigator for TNAI funded project entitled "Effectiveness of a biopsychosocial-skill intervention to enhance the well-being of nurses in the selected oncology unit of south India".
Received Certificate of merit for the highest scorer in Mental Health Nursing, Nitte (Deemed to be University) University, Mangalore. (2013).
Published three papers in Scopus, WoS and PubMed-indexed journals.
Presented three papers at international and national conferences
- Mental Health Nursing
- Advanced Concepts of Nursing
- Psychology
- Nursing Research
Training Undergone
- Completed training course on Stress and Conflict Management for Health Professionals held at NIFHW, New Delhi, 2014.
- Completed certified course on Yoga Therapy in 2017
- Attended TOT on Life skill training at NIMHANS in the year 2017
Additional information
- Enrolled for PhD under Nitte (Deemed to be University),2016
- Completed MSc (N) Psychiatric Nursing, from Nitte Usha Institute of Nursing Sciences, Nitte (Deemed to be University), (2013).
- BSc (N) from City College of Nursing, Mangalore, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (2009).
MS. PRATHIMA SHERIGARTHY
- Designation Lecturer
- Email prathima.s@nitte. edu.in
- Contact No. 7338514382
- Joining date 02-08-2021
M. Sc (Psychiatric Nursing)
Participated in All Karnataka Social Entrepreneurship Challenge 2017 held under the aegis of Project e- Sahayog as a team member of Manipal College of Nursing,MAHE, Manipal
Presented a paper at national conferences
- Mental Health Nursing
- Advanced Concepts of Nursing
- Psychology
- Nursing Research
Training Undergone
- Attended TOT on Life skill training at NIMHANS in the year 2022.
Additional information
- B.Sc (N) from Alvas college of Nursing, Under RGUHS , Bangalore(2014)
- BSc (N) from City College of Nursing, Mangalore, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (2009).
MRS. JINCY K S
- Designation Nursing Lecturer
- Email jincyks@nitte.edu.in
- Contact No. 8086051208
- Joining date
M.Sc. Nursing, Mental Health Nursing
Conducted workshop on Research Methodology at Manipal College of Nursing on 5th- 7th Feb 2020.
Evaluate the effectiveness of relaxation and social skill training on school phobia in selected schools at Mangalore.
Mental Health Nursing
