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Mental Health Status of Nursing Students in Catanduanes State University

John F Villegas

Discipline: Psychology and Health

 

Abstract:

This research study dealt on the mental health status of nursing students of Catanduanes State University, College of Health Sciences, Nursing Department. This research study primarily aimed to assess the mental health status of students at Nursing Department, Catanduanes State University (CatSU). Specifically, it sought to identify the demographic profile of the respondents in terms of sex, year level, and family income, to determine the level of mental health status across five key dimensions: positive selfevaluation, integration of personality, autonomy, perception of reality, and environmental mastery, and to investigate whether there were significant differences in the mental health status of nursing students based on their sex, year level, and family income. This research study employed the quantitative descriptive method utilizing a modified and validated research questionnaire adopted which highlighted the dimensions of positive self-evaluation, integration of personality, autonomy, perception of reality and environmental mastery. This study revealed that the nursing program remains femaledominated, with the highest enrollment in the first year, reflecting the university's official records and the prevailing demographic trends in the province where most families fall within the ?10,000-?29,999 monthly income bracket. A major finding was that the mental health status of nursing students, across all demographic profiles, consistently showed that the dimensions of "Integration of Personality" and "Perception of Reality" received the highest scores, indicating students generally agree with statements related to these aspects of mental health. Furthermore, the study found no significant differences in mental health status based on year level or monthly family income. These findings imply that despite the inherent stresses of a nursing program, students generally adapt well, aligning with Sister Callista Roy's Adaptation Theory, which suggests individuals effectively respond to environmental changes. This study is important because it can help nursing educators and administrators. It provides a foundation for clinical instructors to assess students' current mental health, which can then be used to develop programs and projects for interventions. The findings can also contribute to policy-making regarding academic workloads. Ultimately, the goal is to prevent student breakdowns and dropouts, helping them achieve their career aspirations.