Fostering Mental Health in Students for Holistic Development

This study investigates the significant and multifaceted impact of expectations and influences from key factors namely, teachers, parents, peers and society, on the mental health of students. Given the escalating academic and social pressures within the contemporary educational systems, there is a critical need to understand how these distinct sources of expectation contribute to mental health challenges, such as stress, anxiety, and depression. Utilizing a mix of surveys and interviews, this research deconstructs the unique and intersecting influences of each factor. The findings reveal that academic pressure, parental expectations (reported by 82% of students) and society’s emphasis on success (agreed upon by 88%) are primary stressors. The research concludes that these pressures collectively contribute to a difficult psychological landscape for students and warrant a closer look at support systems.