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The Nexus of Family, School, and Society in Adolescent Mental Health

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  • Zhu Yuelin

    (Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia)

  • Hamimah Hashim

    (Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia)

  • Roslinda Alias

    (Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia)

Abstract

Despite the critical nature of the adolescent period in human growth, mental health among teenagers in China has not received sufficient attention in academic research. This study investigates how the family, school, and community environments can interact to influence the mental health and wellbeing of Chinese teenagers. Using a mixed-methods approach that combines qualitative and quantitative methods, the study gathers both opinion and quantifiable data on how family, school, and societal interventions can work together to support and shape adolescents’ mental stability and wellbeing. Data is collected through surveys and focus groups with parents, instructors, and community leaders. The study reveals that emotional and social problems are prevalent among Chinese teenagers and have various effects on their mental health. The findings suggest that kid-friendly interventions to support teenagers with mental health problems should be developed and distributed through family, school, and community-based mental health services. Schools, in particular, offer a unique setting for the promotion of mental health in teenagers by reducing risk factors and boosting protective elements. Educating families and communities about the warning signs of adolescent mental health problems and how to access local resources when they notice these signs in a loved one is also crucial.

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  • Zhu Yuelin & Hamimah Hashim & Roslinda Alias, 2023. "The Nexus of Family, School, and Society in Adolescent Mental Health," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 7(10), pages 1235-1249, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:7:y:2023:i:10:p:1235-1249
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