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Chapter 9
Mental Health Crisis in Higher Education
Formal or informal networks and resources that provide assistance and encouragement to individuals facing mental health issues or other challenges.
Published in Chapter:
Mental Health Challenges in HigherEd Students: Framework and Implications for Institutions
Vivek Ahuja (FLAME University, India)
Copyright: © 2024 |Pages: 21
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-2833-0.ch009
Abstract
This chapter explores challenges faced by higher education students related to adjustment, stress, and mental health. It focuses on stress's impact on students' well-being and academic, physical, social, and psychological aspects during their university journey. The transitional phase from secondary school to higher education is examined, shedding light on unique challenges. Additionally, a conceptual framework is introduced, offering structured insights into these challenges within the higher education context. Implications for institutions, management, students, and parents are discussed. This chapter aims to comprehensively analyze stress and mental health challenges among higher education students, raising awareness and promoting strategies for a supportive environment, guided by the presented conceptual framework.
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Faculty Support Systems
People, policies and resources that are offered in service of organizational members; in this case, structures put in place to assist faculty in the development and delivery of online instruction.
Published in Chapter: Faculty Support Systems; From: Encyclopedia of Distance Learning, Second Edition
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Educational Leadership and the Politics of the Day
Formal and informal structures providing encouragement, guidance, and a sense of belonging to minority women leaders, fostering their professional development and success.
Published in Chapter: Educational Leadership and the Politics of the Day; From: Minority Women in K-12 Education Leadership: Challenges, Resilience, and Support
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Child Neglect: The Role of School Counselors
Individuals such as family, friends, and professionals (counselors, social worker or members of the same group counseling) who are quick to respond and are ready to lend a hand to the neglected child.
Published in Chapter: Child Neglect: The Role of School Counselors; From: Addressing Multicultural Needs in School Guidance and Counseling
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