ABSTRACT
This review investigated positive mental health as an antidote to social adjustment among adolescents in educational environments. Based on a comprehensive analysis of current research, the review emphasized the significance of fostering favourable or positive mental well-being to reduce the adverse consequences of social adjustment difficulties experienced by adolescents. This study examined the influence of positive mental health on the social adjustment of adolescents. It delved into factors of positive mental health such as resilience, emotional well-being, and social support. It also investigated how these factors affect adolescents’ capacity to manage the social complexities of school environments. In addition, the analysis highlights the importance of implementing comprehensive mental health programs, providing peer support and networks, training educators, and offering counselling services to promote favourable mental health outcomes among adolescents attending school. Through the implementation of mental health initiatives in educational settings, schools may empower adolescents to cultivate the essential skills and resilience needed to flourish socially and intellectually at this crucial stage of development.
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