Exposure to past trauma or childhood abuse can cause lasting emotional and psychological problems, including anxiety and depression, in students.- Constant academic pressure to perform well in studies, exams, and extracurricular activities often leads to stress and anxiety.
- Peer pressure and bullying—whether in person or online (cyberbullying)—negatively affect self-esteem and can trigger depression or even suicidal thoughts.
- Career-related confusion, such as uncertainty about future education or job prospects, leaves students feeling lost, anxious, and dissatisfied with their choices.
- Social media usage can lead to jealousy, poor self-image, sleep disruption, and sadness by creating unrealistic standards and fostering online conflicts.
- Isolation or loneliness—such as feeling excluded from social groups or lacking emotional support—can result in persistent sadness or distress.
- Poor family environments, including harsh parenting, strained relationships, or major life events like divorce, can increase vulnerability to mental health disorders.
- Learning disorders, including ADHD, dyslexia, or other persistent health issues, can challenge self-confidence and trigger anxiety or depression.
- Socioeconomic disadvantages, poverty, or unstable living conditions expose students to ongoing stress, making mental health maintenance more difficult.
- Discrimination, stigma (including issues related to identity or minority status), or exclusion from peer groups have a profound negative impact on mental well-being.
