Mental health in schools: A growing concern for Filipino youth

AS the world celebrates World Mental Health Day 2024, the spotlight is once again on the mental well-being of individuals, especially among students. In the Philippines, the importance of mental health in schools has never been more crucial. With increasing academic pressures, social media influences, and the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, Filipino students face a mental health crisis that often goes unnoticed.

Mental health struggles of Filipino students