On September 25, 2026, in accordance with the educational work
plan of the Higher School of Natural Sciences, an interactive meeting entitled
“Self-Regulation and Prevention of Addictive Behaviour” was held for students
of the RGiT-25B group. The event was organized by Saltanat Amanzholovna Zhanabayeva,
Senior Lecturer at the Higher School of Natural Sciences and Academic Advisor
of the RGiT-25B group.
As part of the meeting, Botagoz
Zhasulanovna Sanatova, a counselling psychologist from the AIU
Psychological Service, was invited to conduct an interactive session aimed at
increasing students’ awareness of the risks associated with addictive behaviour
and developing conscious decision-making skills.
During the event, issues related to the prevention of
gambling addiction were addressed, along with discussions of psychoactive
substance (PAS) use, crisis situations, and suicidal behaviour. Particular
attention was paid to recognizing the signs of addiction, developing
self-regulation skills, taking responsibility for personal decisions, and
understanding the importance of seeking help in a timely manner.
An important part of the meeting involved working with
practical scenarios. Students from the RGiT-25B group actively participated in
the discussion, expressed their opinions, commented on the proposed situations,
and collaboratively explored possible behavioural responses in various life
circumstances. The interactive format contributed to open dialogue, the
development of critical thinking, and the formation of conscious
decision-making skills.
The meeting was engaging, informative, and productive. Participants had
the opportunity to expand their knowledge of the risks associated with
addictive behaviour, discuss ways to respond safely to challenging situations,
and understand the importance of seeking professional support.
The event contributes to fostering a responsible attitude towards
personal health and well-being, developing a culture of mutual support, and
strengthening preventive work among university students.
The event aligns with Sustainable
Development Goal 3 (SDG 3), particularly the following targets:
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Target 3.4 — Promote mental health and well-being, including the
prevention of premature mortality and attention to suicide risk.
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Target 3.5 — Strengthen the prevention and treatment of substance
abuse, including narcotic drug use and the harmful use of alcohol.
The interactive meeting formed part of the educational work aimed at
increasing students’ awareness, developing self-regulation skills, and
fostering a conscious attitude towards personal health and life choices.