A Systematic Review of Psychological Interventions to Promote Emotional Well-Being & Coping to Reduce Mental Health Issues in University Students Over the Course of Their Study

Abstract

University students are deemed as highly vulnerable to mental health issues due to continuous pressure and stress caused by environment, global crises, academic workload and high expectations from families, peers, and society. That is why it is essential to evaluate interventions to tackle various mental health-related challenges on a day-to-day basis. This review gives a comprehensive insight into the prevalence and efficacy of psychological interventions in order to support emotional wellbeing of college students and prevent the development of more serious mental health problems. Aim: This paper aims to assess literature on the potential impact of psychological interventions on university students’ emotional well-being and coping to reduce mental health issues. Method: All the relevant studies were extensively selected from information-rich databases such as PubMED, Google Scholar, Emerald Insight, Europe PMC, and, PsycInfo. Key terms and concepts that were expressed as synonymous keywords refined the search strategy. Several studies appeared, but, were filtered using the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The data was analysed, interpreted and concluded. Results: Psychological mental health programs improve the ability to achieve and maintain a positive psychosocial state to cope with the adversities of everyday life. This body of literature based on psychological interventions for college students was systematically reviewed and analyzed. The analysis elucidated that interventions can promote emotional wellbeing and coping to reduce mental health issues. Conclusion: The present study encourages a focus on developing holistic, university led interventions to improve mental health for one and all. This focused approach would enable college authorities to design effective interventions that address the physical, psychological, social and emotional wellbeing of students.