Psychological Well-being of Higher Education Students

Abstract

In recent years, increasing academic demands, competitive environments, social transitions, and emerging global challenges have heightened concerns regarding students’ mental and emotional health. Psychological Well-being has therefore become a significant area of study for educational researchers.  Psychological Well-being is a crucial determinant of academic success, personal development, and overall quality of life among higher education students. This review, therefore, aims to synthesise existing literature on the Psychological Well-being of higher education students, highlighting its importance, the factors influencing the construct and the employment of coping strategies beneficial for its maintenance. It’s a comprehensive review meant to develop a better understanding of the construct through its determinants.