SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ramapuram

Title of the Event: Industrial Visit

Date: 26.07.2025

Time: 9.00 AM to 1.00 PM

Venue: Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai.

Total Attendees: 21

Name of the Speaker (if any): 1. Dr.Senthil, Head of Social work department, Cancer Institute, Adyar,Chennai.

2. Dr. Prabhakar, Psycho-oncologist, Cancer Institute

Adyar, Chennai.

Profile of the Speaker

Event Mode: Offline

Incharge: Mrs.S.Vinitha, Assistant Professor

Department of Psychology SRMIST, Ramapuram

Objective of the Event

This industrial visit aimed to explore the psychological aspects in terminal illnesses.

Synopsis of the Event

The Department of Psychology, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram has organized an industrial visit to the prestigious Cancer Institute (WIA), Adyar, Chennai. This visit aimed to expose students to real-world applications of psychological principles in the healthcare setting, particularly in oncology care. The session featured three distinguished speakers from the departments of Social Work, Pediatric Psycho-oncology, and Psycho-oncology, who delivered impactful talks on the following key themes:

Cancer Awareness and Social Support Systems

Insights on the role of social workers in supporting patients and

The psychosocial challenges faced by cancer patients and the need for community- based interventions.

Psycho-oncology in Pediatrics

Emotional and developmental impacts of cancer on

Therapeutic approaches and support strategies used in pediatric

Effects of Tobacco and Psycho-oncology Perspective

Psychological and physiological effects of tobacco

Preventive education and counseling models employed in cancer care