In this month’s issue, I’d like to focus on the theme of student mental health. Firstly, I believe that supporting student mental health is crucial because it is closely linked to academic success and overall well-being. When students face issues affecting their mental health, it can potentially impact their academic performance and their overall life satisfaction. Mental health also influences students’ overall happiness and life satisfaction.However, this issue is not simple; it involves various internal and external factors that are intricately intertwined. Therefore, understanding the causes and effects of student mental health challenges is essential for building an appropriate support system. In this essay, I aim to explore this theme and consider strategies to enhance support for student mental health. One of the primary causes of mental health issues among students is academic pressure. The pursuit of academic excellence often leads to high levels of stress, anxiety, and burnout. Students face immense pressure to excel in exams, meet deadlines, and achieve outstanding results in extracurricular on mental health support. A key concept in this context is “Well-being.” It refers to a state of being fulfilled in all aspects—physical, mental, and social—and it emphasizes sustained rather than momentary or temporary well-being. While “Happiness” often translates to a momentary or temporary sense of mental well-being, “Well-being” encompasses a broader concept that includes and surrounds happiness.activities, which can contribute to the onset of mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. I also consider future uncertainty as another significant factor contributing to student mental health challenges. Academic pressure is closely linked to anxiety about the future. Expectations of high academic performance and aspirations for college admission can create anxiety about future careers and success, which can burden students. Those who lack confidence in their abilities or prospects for the future may experience psychological distress.Social factors also play a crucial role in shaping students’ mental health. Peer pressure, the influence of social media, bullying, and social isolation can negatively impact students’ mental well-being. Feelings of loneliness, inadequacy, and social rejection can contribute to the development of mental health disorders and affect academic performance and relationships. How students engage with social media is also a crucial point to consider. While social media platforms serve as convenient means for information sharing and communication, excessive use and comparison with others can also induce stress. 9 What is mental health? Dealing with Mental Health as a StudentTakumi Ota The University of British Columbia In recent years, the importance of mental health and emotional education in student life has been recognized. There are regular courses and conversations about understanding one’s mental health. Not only serious mental illnesses like depression but also feelings of low mood or vague anxiety are being seen as “health issues” in modern times. Society must acknowledge and openly discuss these issues. However, even among family and close friends, there are still many who feel resistant to discussing such topics. In North America, the importance of mental health is widely recognized, and open discussions about it are common. There is a relatively low social stigma associated with seeking counselling or treatment for mental illnesses and stress, and there is a well-established support system for mental health. On the other hand, in Japan, there still remains resistance to openly discussing mental health issues. Prejudice against mental illnesses and the lack of correction of stress caused by a strong work culture are among the challenges. However, there has been a changing awareness of this issue in recent years, with the government, corporations, and other entities actively working About Student Mental health
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