Student Mental Health in Higher Education: A Descriptive Correlational Study and Multi-Tiered Intervention Framework
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study aims to propose a research-based intervention framework program for the students of a state university in the Philippines in compliance with the mandates of RA 11036. This descriptive-correlational research involved 3,051 students who were recruited through a purposive sampling technique from 11 campuses of the state university. The mental health status of the participants was assessed using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-42), a self-reporting tool. The results showed that the respondents exhibited varying levels of depression, anxiety, and stress. Most of the students reported a moderate level of depression and stress, while the majority of them had extremely severe anxiety levels. Furthermore, the study identified a significant association between the level of depression, anxiety, and stress and the respondents' profile variables. Findings of the study were used as baseline data to propose a multi-tiered intervention framework program aimed at addressing the varying levels of mental health concerns of the students. The proposed MIND Project intervention framework focused on providing resources and support for individuals struggling with mental health issues. It is a structured plan for addressing mental health concerns and serves as a model for other universities looking to prioritize mental health and create supportive environments for their members.
DOI: 10.14419/ja8yty93
Institutions: Batangas State University, Government of the Philippines
Topic: Student Stress and Coping
Subfield: Developmental and Educational Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4415508122
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