Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Mental health among university students has become a growing concern, largely due to the distinct pressures and expectations tied to academic learning. The increasing prevalence of mental health challenges within this demographic reflects the complex interplay between academic demands and students' personal well-being. This study investigates how specific academic-related factors—namely social support, academic pressure, and financial stress—influence the mental health and overall well-being of university students. A total of 113 undergraduate students from a public university in Northern Malaysia participated in the study. Data were collected using self-administered questionnaires and analyzed using SPSS statistical software. The results revealed that all three factors significantly affect students’ mental health, underscoring the critical role of the academic environment in shaping psychological outcomes. These findings emphasize the need for university stakeholders—including educators, administrators, and policymakers—to address the mental health implications of academic learning and to implement strategies that foster a more supportive and balanced learning environment.
Authors: Azfahanee Zakaria, Sarah Sabir Ahmad, ‘Aeisyah Ahmad Khairul, Siti Noor Syalwani Mustapha
Language: English
Topic: Student Stress and Coping
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4412924642