Role of counseling in promoting student mental health and well-being: An empirical study
Author(s): 1. Dr. Kavita Gupta 2. Kumari Priyanka
Authors Affiliations:
- Assistant professor, Education Department, Mahalakshmi College for Girls, Duhai, Ghaziabad
- Student, M.Ed. Mahalakshmi College for Girls, Duhai, Ghaziabad
ABSTRACT: Mental health and well-being of students have emerged as critical concerns within the contemporary education system. Increasing academic pressure, social expectations, digital exposure, family-related issues, and post-pandemic stress have significantly affected students’ emotional and psychological health. In this context, counseling services play a vital role in supporting students’ mental health, fostering emotional resilience, and promoting holistic development. This research paper examines the role of counseling in promoting student mental health and well-being, with special reference to the educational context. The study is based on secondary sources such as books, research journals, policy documents, and reports. The paper highlights the concept and objectives of counseling, major mental health challenges faced by students, the significance of school and educational counseling, and the role of teachers and counselors in addressing these challenges. It also discusses policy initiatives and institutional responsibilities in strengthening counseling services. The paper concludes that counseling is an essential component of student support systems and must be integrated systematically into educational institutions to ensure students’ academic success, emotional stability, and overall well-being.
Dr. Kavita Gupta, Kumari Priyanka (2026); Role of counseling in promoting student mental health and well-being: An empirical study, International Journal of Research Culture Society, ISSN(O): 2456-6683, Volume – 10, Issue – 1, Pp. 77-84. Available on – https://ijrcs.org/