Empowering teachers: Enhancing mental health promotion and early detection of mental illness in school children through educational initiatives Husain Nadaf, Jasneet Kaur, Abhay Pattan, Suresh Ray, Mangesh Jabade Middle School Journal, 2026 :Abstract: Promoting mental health in school children is crucial, given the pivotal role schools play in young individuals’ lives. Integrating social and emotional well-being into teaching and learning can profoundly impact students’ mental health. This study aimed to evaluate an educational initiative’s impact on mental health promotion and early detection of mental illness among school children, focusing on teachers as key agents of change. The study employed a pre-intervention and post-intervention design, surveying 100 school teachers of grades 5 and 6 over one month. The effectiveness of the intervention was assessed through a self-structured questionnaire administered before and after the program. Results demonstrated a significant increase in mental health literacy, with the proportion of teachers classified as having “good” knowledge increasing from 25% to 78%. Statistical analysis using paired t-tests confirmed the significance of the knowledge gains. The study highlights the need for integrating mental health education into the standard teacher training curriculum, underlining its importance in fostering an educational atmosphere that supports both academic and mental health outcomes. Given the positive results in a localized setting, the intervention model shows potential for scalability and adaptation across different educational contexts, both nationally and internationally.
Agriassist - Smart Agriculture Chatbot Sheetal S. Patil, Gauri R. Rao, Avinash M. Pawar, Suresh Kumar Ray, Arpit Raj, Vedang Sherpura, Aniket Sharma, Harsh Vardhan 2025 2nd International Conference on Integration of Computational Intelligent System Icicis 2025, 2025 Farmers and agricultural enterprises are under threat from all kinds of risks, such as environmental threats, biological risks, market competition, economic risks, policy changes, outsourcing risks, cyber security threats and agricultural market threats. AgriAssist is addressing these challenges by using artificial intelligence, which has given chatbots the ability to take on more complex tasks-by providing timely and accurate information on farming methods, pest control, climate forecasts, and market dynamics, allowing farmers to make better-informed decisions, minimize potential risks, and increase agricultural production. Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, this project Uses these Methods From deep learning for advanced language understanding and feedback loops for continual improvement, AgriAssist also ensures versatility in the wake of evolving agricultural challenges. Its multilingual communication eliminates communication barriers, promoting inclusivity in many farming communities. Improvements like precision agriculture technologies could support data-driven insights and more intelligent decision making in the future. The ultimate objective of AgriAssist is to revolutionize Indian agriculture and make it resilient, sustainable and stress free.
Exploring the experiences of maternal-fetal attachment among primigravida women Memchoubi Keithellakpam, Suresh Ray Journal of Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences University, 2022 Background: In India, in which the mortality rate for women is 130 per 100,000 live births and the neonatal mortality rate at 25.4 deaths per 1000 live births that makes it 12th worst among the 52 lower middle-income countries. Healthy maternal–fetal attachment (MFA) may serve to allow women to adopt optimal health practices earlier, thereby on a larger scale contribute toward the reduction of obstetric maternal and child morbidity and mortality. The objective of the study was to explore the experience of MFA among primigravida women. Materials and Methods: Qualitative approach was used and the research design adopted was hermeneutic phenomenology. Data were collected from six samples. The sampling technique used was the nonprobability purposive sampling technique. The tool consisted of demographic profile and a guiding questionnaire. The data were collected through one-to-one in-depth interview and field notes. To ensure the trustworthiness of the data credibility, transferability and dependability were done. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics, i.e., frequency and percentage for demographic variables, and thematic analysis for determining essential codes, subthemes, and themes through content analysis was used to analyze the data gathered through interview. Results: Out of six samples, 50% were in the age group of 18–25 years, 33.3% each studied up to secondary and graduation education, 83.3% were homemaker, no one with significant past medical and surgical history, 83.3% of them were in 36–40 weeks of gestation, all had a history of nausea and vomiting, and all women taken antenatal care information from health personnel. A total of 8 themes, 28 subthemes, and codes were generated. The themes emerged were experience as ready for change, feeling of life, social and family support, self-awareness, embracing motherhood, health promotional practices, hopeful anticipation, positivity, and gratitude.
A study to assess the awareness and attitude towards maintaining social distancing during corona virus disease (COVID 19) pandemic among residents of selected area of pune city J. Kaur, D. Sethi, S. Barde Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, 2020 Background of the study: Presently, there are more than 3 million cases and one lakh deaths reported, and still counting.[1]This has fetched essential changes in all aspects of our lives. Social distancing and preventive movement procedures have noticeably unbalanced traditional educational practices. The time course of these changes due to instability of pandemic is unspecified. The changeover from conventional to online learning is full of challenges. Escalating issues of time constraints and load are constantly to be found in almost all students and educators. It is really motivating the educational organizations to search new ideas of implementing custom-made, own-governing learning. Objective: The purpose of the study is to appraise the available literature on perceived hurdles and possible solutions that are encountered by the teachers while executing e-learning for nursing students. Material and Methods: An integrative review of the literature was performed keeping in mind the inclusion criteria of studies with varied methodologies and designs. A search strategy was devised and data was searched in the following databases like, Medline (Ebsco), Medline, Scopus, Science Direct, Biomedical Central, and Google Scholar. Boolean operators were used for searching the terms. Critical Appraisal Skill was used for data appraisal. Results: A total of 56 articles were screened with 23 articles found appropriate for further review. Data was segregated as per the objectives of each study, sample characteristics, data collection methods and adopted approach for the analysis. Results suggested that the major constraints that affect the execution of elearning include lack of skills, inadequate infrastructure, poor communication and negative attitude. A way forwarded solutions those include improved training and continuous commitment, redefining the cost, Team collaboration and developing positive attitude in all those who are stakeholders of the online content. Conclusion: This is very much important that educational institutes, Nursing institutions and their stakeholders having insight of hurdles and barriers as well as solutions to the way it has to be developed and implement the kind of e-learning. There is the need for a culture to be in executed which should support and promote the use of online learning
Effect of live demonstration on practices of anm regarding identification and management of mothers for puerperal infection during postnatal period J. Kaur, S. Ray Journal of Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences University, 2020 Introduction: Puerperal sepsis is an infective condition in the mother following childbirth. It is the third most common cause of maternal death worldwide as a result of childbirth after hemorrhage and abortion. According to the World Health Organization estimates, puerperal sepsis accounts for 15% of the 500,000 maternal deaths annually. In low- and middle-income countries, puerperal infections are the sixth leading cause of disease burden in women during their reproductive years. Puerperal sepsis can cause long-term health problems such as chronic pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility in females. Objective: The main objective of the study was to determine the effect of demonstration on practices of Auxillary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) regarding identification and management of mothers for puerperal infection during postnatal period. Materials and Methods: A quasi-experimental design was adopted to implement live demonstration on 60 ANMs. The samples were selected by convenience sampling technique. A checklist was used to assess the practices of ANM identification and management of high-risk mothers for secondary postpartum hemorrhage during postnatal period. Results: The average pretest knowledge mean in the experimental group was 68.7, which increased to 134.1 in posttest. T-value for this test was 80 with 103 degrees of freedom. Corresponding P value was small (<0.05); null hypothesis is rejected. It is evident that the live demonstration is significantly effective in improving the knowledge of ANMs regarding identification and management of mothers for puerperal infection during postnatal period.
Effect of live demonstration on practices of auxiliary nurse midwives identification and management of high-risk mothers for secondary postpartum hemorrhage during the postnatal period J. Kaur, S. Ray Journal of Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences University, 2019 Background: An estimated 289,000 women die each year from complications in pregnancy or childbirth with over half of these deaths occurring in sub-Saharan Africa. Millennium Development Goal 5, to improve maternal health, includes a target to reduce the maternal mortality ratio by three quarters by 2017. The identification and initial management of high-risk mother during the postnatal period totally depend on the knowledge and practices of these ground-level workers; otherwise, they will remain unnotified and unreported. Objective: The main objective of the study was to determine the effect of demonstration on practices of auxiliary nurse midwives (ANMs) identification and management of high-risk mothers for secondary postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) during the postnatal period. Materials and Methods: Quasi-experimental design was adopted to implement live demonstration on 40 ANMs. The sample was selected by convenience sampling technique. Checklist was used to assess the practices of ANM identification and management of high-risk mothers for secondary PPH during the postnatal period. Results: Average practices score in pretest was 73 which increased to 138.8 in posttest. T-value for this test was 36.7 with 13° of freedom. Corresponding P value was small (<0.05), null hypothesis is rejected. It is evident that the live demonstration is significantly effective in improving the practices of ANMs regarding the identification and management of high-risk mothers during the postnatal period for PPH in the experimental group. Conclusion: It is evident that the live demonstration is significantly effective in improving the practices of ANMs regarding the identification and management of high-risk mothers during the postnatal period for PPH in the experimental group.
RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Telehealth Solutions in Nursing: Evaluating the Impact of Remote Patient Monitoring on Chronic Disease Management S Ray, SP Ray, M Thokchom, S Devi, R Bidari, N Ingawale IEEE Xplore , 2026 2026
Empowering teachers: Enhancing mental health promotion and early detection of mental illness in school children through educational initiatives H Nadaf, J Kaur, A Pattan, S Ray, M Jabade Middle School Journal 57 (1), 43-52 , 2026 2026
A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Assertiveness Training on Assertive Behavior Among Nurses Working in Selected Community Health Setting S Salvi, S Ray Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases 5 (S1), 611-617 , 2025 2025
Assess the Knowledge, Utilization and Difficulties While Using the Techo Plus Among Asha Workers M Kamble, S Ray, N Londhe, A Nayakwadi, S Kadam Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases 5 (S1), 675–680 , 2025 2025
Exploring The Lived Experiences of Parents Raising Children with Down Syndrome: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study A Jadhav, S Salvi, S Ray, S Kadam, R Kamble Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases 5 (S1), 749–751 , 2025 2025
Evaluating the Effectiveness of Training Programs for Healthcare Workers in India: A Comprehensive Review of Recent Studies P Phutane, S Ray Journal of Rare Cardiovascular Diseases 5 (S1), 752–756 , 2025 2025
“A STUDY TO ASSESS PATIENT WITH DENGUE FEVER IN A VIEW TO DEVELOP NURSING CARE PROTOCOL” B Jogdeo, S Ray, S Ugare, V Shinde Forum for Linguistic Studies 7 (2), 256-261 , 2025 2025
Effect of Ethical Practice Intervention Program Regarding Pediatric Care Among Staff Nurses with Varied Nursing Experience K Rajan, S Ray Journal of Neonatal Surgery 14 (31s), 838-841 , 2025 2025
A Qualitative Study To Explore The Lived Experiences Of Single Mother Residing At Sangli Miraj Kupwad Corporation Area AF Valandkar, SM Kulkarni, V Jadhav, S Ray, PS Deshmukh Journal of Neonatal Surgery 14 (28s), 1100-1106 , 2025 2025
Behavioural And Biological Risk Factors of Non-Communicable Diseases Among the Selected Tribal People of Pune District V Jamdade, S Ray, R Bidari Journal of Neonatal Surgery 14 (7), 720-725 , 2025 2025
Behavioral Risk Factors and Non-communicable diseases in Tribal Adults: A Systematic Review V Jamdade, S Ray Journal of Neonatal Surgery 14 (4), 334-346 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Identifying Knowledge Gaps Regarding Heat Stroke Among an Adult Sample in Pune, India: A Descriptive Analysis SK Ray, BA Jogdeo, NS Devi, MJ Karkar Cureus 17 (4) , 2025 2025
A Study To Assess The Knowledge Regarding Rights And Responsibilities Among Patients Admitted To Tertiary Care Hospitals In Sangli, Miraj, And The Kupwad Corporation Area MMS Kulkarni, B Jogdeo, SK Ray, V Jadhav, AKDSM Kulkarni Journal of Neonatal Surgery 14 (29s) , 2025 2025
National Education Policy P Saxena, SK Ray, J Kaur, ZP Khan Book Saga Publications , 2024 2024 Citations: 3
Effectiveness of Assertiveness Training Module on Assertive Behavior: A Systematic Review RS Satish Nagkumar Salvi African Journal of Biomedical Research 27 (1s), 3199-3206 , 2024 2024 Citations: 3
Cardio Metabolic Risk Factors of Hypertension among Cardio Metabolic Risk Factors of Hypertension among Cardio Metabolic Risk Factors of Hypertension among Cardio Metabolic … S Arbaj, S Ray African Journal of Biological Sciences 6 (6), 8385-8391 , 2024 2024
A Study to Assess the Impact of Health Technology on Health Promotion Behavior among People in Selected Areas of Pune City NB Ray Suresh, Tabbsum Shaikh, Somesh Gawali Tuijin Jishu/Journal of Propulsion Technology 44 (2), 6708-6712 , 2024 2024
A Descriptive Study to Assess the Use of Health Apps Among Youth from Selected Areas of Pune City MAP Ray Suresh, Ms. Anshita Arora, Ms. Anila Jins Tuijin Jishu/Journal of Propulsion Technology 45 (2), 3814-3819 , 2024 2024
Cardio Metabolic Risk Factors of Hypertension among the Elderly A Shaikh, R Suresh 2024
Knowledge Regarding Adolescent Health among Teenage Girls in a View to Develop Information Booklet Bhosle Shital, S Ray Tuijin Jishu/Journal of Propulsion Technology 44 (4), 2489-2496 , 2023 2023
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Nursing students’ absenteeism in class/clinics: Reasons and remedies S Ray, R Raju, S Singh Nursing 3 (1), 1375-6 , 2018 2018 Citations: 29
Awareness & utilization of national rural health mission services among people of selected rural areas in the state of Maharashtra SK Ray National Journal of Community Medicine 5 (04), 387-391 , 2014 2014 Citations: 16
Effectiveness of application of hot water with Epsom salt v/s plain hot water on knee joint pain among geriatric women J Deshmukh, S Ray The Pharma Innovation Journal 8 (6), 434-441 , 2019 2019 Citations: 15
Prevalence of anaemia among urban and rural adolescents A Dhokar, S Ray IJAR 2 (6), 965-967 , 2016 2016 Citations: 9
Socio demographic conditions & morbidity status of urban slum dwellers in Pune city S Ray International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development 3 (6), 65-68 , 2016 2016 Citations: 8
A comparative study to assess the effect of steam inhalation v/s Tulsi leaves inhalation on the sign and symptoms of cold and cough among adult group in selected areas of Pune city S Ray, K Meghna, L Smitha, R Pooja, T Preeti International Journal of Medicine Research 2 (2), 24-26 , 2017 2017 Citations: 7
Job satisfaction of Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) R Bidari, S Ray European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine 7 (11), 20-26 , 2020 2020 Citations: 6
Effectiveness of curry leaves on blood sugar level among diabetic clients V Gaikwad, S Ray The Pharma Innovation – International Journal 7 (6), 457-460 , 2018 2018 Citations: 6
Knowledge regarding hypertension and its risk factor among people residing in urban slums S Ray, V Jamdade Asian Academic Research Journal of Multidisciplinary 1 (29), 315-320 , 2015 2015 Citations: 6
Factors affecting the maternal-fetal Attachment during pregnancy K Memchoubi, S Ray European Journal of Molecular & Clinical Medicine 7 (11), 1-7 , 2020 2020 Citations: 5
Perceived stress and depression among elderly people in selected old age home K Nageswaran, S Ray International journal of Recent scientific Research 7 (6), 11608-11611 , 2016 2016 Citations: 4
National Education Policy P Saxena, SK Ray, J Kaur, ZP Khan Book Saga Publications , 2024 2024 Citations: 3
Effectiveness of Assertiveness Training Module on Assertive Behavior: A Systematic Review RS Satish Nagkumar Salvi African Journal of Biomedical Research 27 (1s), 3199-3206 , 2024 2024 Citations: 3
Identification and Management of High Risk Complications during Postnatal Period by Ground Level J Kaur, S Ray Empowering Midwives and Obstetric Nurses, 35 , 2021 2021 Citations: 2
A study to assess the awareness and attitude towards maintaining social distancing during corona virus disease (COVID 19) pandemic among residents of selected area of pune city J Kaur, S Barde, S Waghmare, S Upendra, P Kadam, S Ray Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology 14 (4), 3865 , 2020 2020 Citations: 2
Oral health of children in the selected anganwadi S Ray, S Thakur, R Chacko, P Singh, A Devi Oral health 3 (1) , 2018 2018 Citations: 2
Bio-psycho-social problems, coping strategies and quality of life among post menopausal women MR Devangmath, S Ray International Journal of Applied Research 3 (7), 903-905 , 2017 2017 Citations: 2
Behavioral Risk Factors and Non-communicable diseases in Tribal Adults: A Systematic Review V Jamdade, S Ray Journal of Neonatal Surgery 14 (4), 334-346 , 2025 2025 Citations: 1
Antecedents and Outcomes of Green Human Resource Management [GHRM] Practices in Pharmaceutical Industries for Sustainable Performance. G Kirti, R Anthony, A Esnaashariyeh, R Suresh Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results 14 (3) , 2023 2023 Citations: 1
FACTORS DETERMINING THE ADOPTION OF TECHNOLOGY IN HORTICULTURE RS Ali Esnaashariyeh , Gupta Kirti , Rose Anthony Journal of Pharmaceutical Negative Results 13 (7), 2243-2250 , 2022 2022 Citations: 1