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Clinical Psychology Workshop at Jaime Moniz: Empowering Students through Emotional Management

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March 3, 2026
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Jaime Moniz Secondary School hosts a workshop led by Dr. Ana Lúcia Faria focusing on emotional management skills for students. The event aims to enhance socioemotional competencies amid growing mental health awareness.

The Jaime Moniz Secondary School (ESJM) in Madeira is taking progressive steps to address the socioemotional well-being of its students by hosting a workshop titled 'Between Feeling and Acting: The Art of Managing Emotions'. This event is part of the school's Complementary and Enrichment Activities and is designed to equip students with essential emotional management skills.

Scheduled for March 3, 2026, the workshop will feature Dr. Ana Lúcia Faria, a prominent figure in Clinical Psychology, as the keynote speaker. The initiative targets students from the 10th and 11th grades, focusing on developing competencies that are crucial for both academic success and personal growth.

Organized by Carla Rodrigues and Teresa de Almeida, the workshop comes at a time when mental health and emotional intelligence are becoming priorities within educational agendas. The session aims to provide practical tools based on Positive Psychology to help young people navigate the challenges of adolescence and the pressures of academic life.

'Having Dr. Ana Lúcia Faria's expertise is a unique opportunity to bring academic research closer to our students,' said the organizers, emphasizing the potential impact on creating a more resilient and emotionally balanced school environment.

Madeira, a renowned tourist destination, is also becoming a hub for progressive educational initiatives. Events like this workshop not only enhance the educational landscape but also reflect a commitment to holistic student development, aligning with global educational trends.

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