Author: Pronami Bhadra
Abstract: This study investigates the role of stress as a determinant of mental health outcomes among professional students in South 24 Parganas. Professional education, marked by academic pressure, career uncertainty, and personal challenges, is increasingly associated with stress that can negatively impact students’ mental well-being. The research explores how various stressors, including academic workload, family expectations, and financial concerns, contribute to mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and burnout. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study surveys 300 professional students across different disciplines, supplemented by in-depth interviews with a subset of participants. The findings reveal a significant correlation between high-stress levels and poor mental health outcomes, with academic pressures being the most prominent stressor. Additionally, the study highlights coping mechanisms employed by students and the availability of institutional support in mitigating the effects of stress. Based on the results, the paper offers recommendations for educational institutions to provide better mental health support systems, stress management programs, and a more balanced academic environment. This research aims to shed light on the critical intersection of stress and mental health in professional education, calling for a more holistic approach to student well-being.
Keywords: Stress, Mental Health, Professional Students, South 24 Parganas, Academic Pressure, Mental Well-Being, Coping Mechanisms, Institutional Support, Anxiety, Depression, Burnout.
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