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“Level of Awareness and Behaviors of College Students about Mental Health”
Mental health refers to the state of our overall well-being, including our emotions, thoughts,
behaviors, and social interactions. It plays a crucial role in shaping how we think, feel, and act,
influencing our decision-making, stress management, and relationships. Additionally, it reflects
how we perceive ourselves and impacts how we interact with others, highlighting the balance
and stability of our mental state.
Mental health awareness emphasizes the importance of maintaining overall well-being and
understanding the value of good mental health. It focuses on increasing knowledge about the
signs and symptoms of mental health issues and disorders while highlighting the benefits of
seeking support and treatment when necessary.
On the other hand, it helps reduce stigma, allowing individuals to feel more comfortable seeking
help for mental health challenges. It promotes understanding of mental health issues, enabling
early identification and intervention, which can improve outcomes. Additionally, awareness
fosters supportive environments where people can openly discuss their struggles, leading to
better relationships, enhanced well-being, and a more compassionate society.
Lepson et al., (2022) stated that in the period between 2020 and 2021, more than 60% of students
met the criteria for one or more mental health disorders, representing an increase of nearly 50%
from 2013. Mental health conditions worsened across all groups throughout the study period. A
person's mental health can change at any point in life due to various events, influencing their
thoughts and behaviors, but early detection and intervention can help prevent the condition from
worsening. Prevention involves understanding the causes, risk factors, and symptoms of mental
health issues, while promoting steps to maintain overall well-being across all age groups (Mental
Health Center, 2024). Mrazek and Haggerty (2015) stated that mental health outcomes depend
on the interactions of risk and protective factors in the child, the family, and the wider
environment. The nature, timing, severity, and length of particular risk factors and the gender,
age, and cultural identity of the individual are all key variables in determining mental health
outcomes. Globally, approximately 8% of children and 15% of adolescents are affected by
mental disorders, with the majority not seeking or receiving adequate care. The neglect of mental
health and psychosocial development during these critical stages often results in long-term
consequences that extend into. Therefore, learning and adopting the right knowledge and
behavior regarding mental health at this stage would allow teenagers to have better mental health
literacy and to make a better decision about their mental health ((Bröder et al., 2017).
Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the associated factors of the level of awareness of
mental health among college students.
Statement of the Problem
1. What is the profile of the respondents in terms of:
1.1 Gender;
1.2 Age;
1.3 Year;
2. What is the level of awareness of mental health among college students?
2.1 Knowledge about mental health
2.2 Perceptions and Dispositions Toward Mental Health
2.3 Behavioral Patterns and Tendencies

3. Is there a significant relationship between the level of awareness and the behavior of
college students toward mental health?
Scope and Delimitations of the Study
This study aimed to examine the level of awareness of mental health among college
students of the selected fifty (50) college students in Misamis University, Ozamis City, school
year 2024-2025.
Significance of the Study
The present study aimed to examine the level of awareness of mental health among
college students. Furthermore, this study will be beneficial to the following:
School Administrators. The school administrators may be able to understand on the
level of mental health awareness among students, enabling them to develop targeted mental
health programs and resources.
Teachers. The teachers may be able to gain insights into the mental health awareness
levels of their students, helping them better understand the challenges students may face.
Students. This study will help students raise awareness of mental health issues, promote
early recognition of symptoms, and encourage them to seek support when needed, leading to
improved well-being and academic performance.
Future Researchers. The results of the study would benefit the future researcher. They
may utilize it to contribute to the body of knowledge on mental health awareness, provide
insights into the factors that influence awareness, and open opportunities for further research in
the field.
Hypothesis:
H₀: There is no significant relationship between the level of awareness and the behavior of
college students toward mental health.

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“Level of Awareness and Behaviors of College Students about Mental Health”

influencing our decision-making, stress management, and relationships. Additionally, it reflects

and stability of our mental state.

seeking support and treatment when necessary.

better relationships, enhanced well-being, and a more compassionate society.

outcomes. Globally, approximately 8% of children and 15% of adolescents are affected by

mental health among college students.

Statement of the Problem

1. What is the profile of the respondents in terms of:

2. What is the level of awareness of mental health among college students?

2.1 Knowledge about mental health

2.2 Perceptions and Dispositions Toward Mental Health

2.3 Behavioral Patterns and Tendencies

college students toward mental health?

Scope and Delimitations of the Study

Significance of the Study

college students. Furthermore, this study will be beneficial to the following:

School Administrators. The school administrators may be able to understand on the

health programs and resources.

improved well-being and academic performance.

college students toward mental health.

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