FJMU holds workshop on emotional intelligence and regulation

LAHORE: The Department of Community Medicine and the Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC) at Fatima Jinnah Medical University (FJMU) successfully organized a pre-conference workshop on "Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Regulation." The event was part of the Annual Scientific Conference 2024 and took place at the Department of Medical Education, FJMU.
Renowned facilitators included Professor Emeritus Rukhsana Kausar, Pro-Vice Chancellor of Rashid Latif Khan University (RLKU), and Madam Wajiha Abrar, Student Counsellor at RLKU. The workshop was graced by the presence of Professor Khalid Masud Gondal, Vice Chancellor of FJMU and recipient of the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz and Presidential Pride of Performance Award. Esteemed faculty from various clinical and basic health science departments also attended the event.
The workshop focused on equipping healthcare professionals with practical strategies to understand and regulate emotions, manage stress effectively, and develop resilience in high-pressure medical environments. Topics included the critical role of Emotional Intelligence (EI) in improving mental well-being, fostering adaptability, and combating burnout in healthcare settings.
Interactive activities such as identifying emotional triggers and expressive writing enabled participants to engage in self-reflection and explore actionable techniques for managing stress and building emotional resilience. Discussions emphasized how perceiving and regulating emotions can enhance both personal and professional outcomes for healthcare workers.
The event received overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees, including senior faculty, postgraduate residents, psychologists, nursing faculty, and junior doctors. Vice Chancellor Professor Khalid Masud Gondal lauded the facilitators for their valuable insights, highlighting the critical need for emotional intelligence and regulation training in the medical profession.
This workshop underscored FJMU's commitment to fostering innovation and well-being among healthcare professionals, ensuring they are better equipped to navigate the emotional challenges of their roles.