Mental health is not merely the absence of mental illness but also the ability to cope with the challenges of life. Mental health is equally important as physical health for all beings. Mental problems such as stress, anxiety, harassment and depression, etc, are prevalent among the youth as well as children. In this wake, some even more extreme measures include self-injuries and suicidal steps, which are increasing among youths.
A good mind is essential for leading a good life. Failure to detect youths’ mental health problems may result in negative consequences such as risk of academic failure, social isolation, drug & alcohol abuse, unsafe sexual behaviour and suicide attempts. A recent report says that the rising rates of mental and emotional problems among children and youngsters in the United States signal a crisis for the country.
Depression, anxiety, attention deficit, conduct disorders, suicidal thoughts and other psychological problems are striking more in children and youths.
Conservative estimates say, one in every ten children and adolescents now suffers from severe mental illness enough to cause impairment. Unfortunately, even if detected early, many children and youth fail to receive the help needed as a result of poor mental health evaluation services.
There is a growing unmet need for mental health services for children and youth. Mental health is important for students’ and youth’s success. A sensitisation program on mental health helps in the early identification of any underlying problems. These programs, in addition, provide education on mental health issues, violence prevention, social skill training, harassment prevention, conflict resolution and screening for emotional and behavioural problems.
Lhingneichin Gangte
BA 2nd Semester, History
Department (Modern College)
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