PLANNING ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE MENTAL HEALTH IN LIBRARIES

The American author and screenwriter Mr. Ray Bradbury once said, "I discovered myself in the library and I went to find me in the library." In today's hustle and bustle, the library offers a unique sanctuary for peace. Furthermore, as everyone needs motivation at times, books serve as one of the best sources for it.

However, not everyone is aware of how to utilize the library to promote mental health. This research will investigate strategies to effectively promote mental well-being in library environments. The study aims to answer the following questions:

•     What is the role of libraries in mental health?

•     What are the benefits of libraries for mental health from a psychiatric perspective?

•     What activities can promote mental health in libraries?

•     What are the ways to reduce depression and its effects through reading and the proper use of the library, from a psychiatric viewpoint?