A study in six English-speaking countries has found that young people are experiencing a mental health crisis, marking a shift away from the traditional U-shape of happiness where youth are typically carefree, followed by a tougher middle age and a more comfortable later life. The study suggests that wellbeing now increases steadily with age, contradicting the long-held assumption that happiness follows this pattern.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14457927/Midlife-crisis-Youngest-years-toughest.htmlStudents are experiencing trauma from incidents involving Kent School, citing a fear of constant surveillance and lack of control over their online presence. They express concern that they will never feel safe due to unknown consequences of shared information.
https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/students-speak-out-compromised-personal-info-kent-school-lawsuit/3509356/The district administration of Kota has implemented a comprehensive reform package called "Kota Cares" to address the well-being of students. The reforms include measures such as eliminating security and caution deposits from hostels, standardizing maintenance charges, and installing modern safety infrastructure like CCTV and biometric systems. Additionally, free access to the Chambal riverfront and dedicated recreation areas in all hostels will be provided, along with mid-term vacation food services and emergency medical services. A monitoring mechanism has been set up to ensure compliance, and a city-wide network of student support centers is being established. The reforms aim to create a supportive system for students' lives, from affordable housing to mental health support, transforming Kota into a city that cares for its students as much as it coaches them.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/rajasthan/kotas-district-administration-rolls-out-reforms-to-tackle-students-exam-stress/article69258895.ecePrime Minister Narendra Modi's programme has a positive impact on students' mental health, as well as children who interact with him. The initiative also helps alleviate stress among students.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/national/it-was-a-nice-experience-raipur-student-yuktamukhi-sahu-lauds-pm-modis-pariksha-pe-charcha-initiative/Deepika Padukone participated in the eighth edition of "Pariksha Pe Charcha" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, discussing mental health and stress management among students. She shared her personal experiences to engage with students, drawing from her own struggles during exams.
https://www.ndtv.com/video/pariksha-pe-charcha-2025-learn-to-handle-stress-deepika-padukone-to-students-on-mental-health-901467?hp#pfrom=home-ndtv_videoA survey of nearly 800 UK medical students found that one in five were considering dropping out due to poor mental health, with over half experiencing insomnia and four in 10 showing symptoms of anxiety or depression. The British Medical Association funded the study, which also found six in 10 students drank hazardously and more than half had obsessive-compulsive disorder. The survey's findings suggest that medical schools can take steps to support students' mental health and alleviate symptoms, as a shortage of doctors could have significant implications for the global workforce, with an estimated deficit of 6.4 million doctors worldwide.
https://www.euronews.com/health/2025/02/11/around-20-of-uk-medical-students-consider-quitting-university-because-of-poor-mental-healtThe Philippine Science High School in Quezon City inaugurated a new Student Wellness Center, a project initiated by the Pisay '98 class as part of their silver jubilee celebration. The center aims to support the mental health and wellness of students, recognizing that PSHS has traditionally focused on nurturing science scholars but neglected student well-being.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/23/campus-press/pisay-main-students-thrive-in-new-wellness-center/2043095