A RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF MENTAL HEALTH AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN THE FINAL YEAR

Abstract

College life is the most pressing stage in the teenagers lives that can sometimes impose major challenges to study, play, socialize and live at the same time. Failure to manage these challenges effectively may lead to poor mental health in the teenagers. The aim of this study is to examine the prevalence and effects of depression, stress and anxiety among final year college students and to analyze the multifaceted challenges affecting their mental health and to identify the consequences faced by them and suggest targeted interventions to improve their overall mental well-being during their critical stage of their academic life. The scope of this study encompasses a comprehensive examination of the effects of mental health among final year college student within a Coimbatore city. It will focus on assessing various mental health parameters such as depression, stress, anxiety and other factors that may impact the psychological well-being of the students. Ethical considerations will be paramount, ensuring participant confidentiality, informed consent and adherence to ethical guidelines throughout the study. This study aims to provide valuable insights into the mental health challenges faced by the final year college students, with implications for counselling services, awareness initiatives, and policy recommendations to support student well-being KEY WORDS: Mental health, depression, stress, anxiety and coping mechanism.