The Description of New Students in One of the Health Polythecnic Tasikmalaya Diploma Three Study Programs About Mental Health

Andri Gustiadi, Ahsan Sadikin

Abstract

Mental health includes the well-being of individuals in realizing their potential and dealing with the pressures of life. Mental health problems among students require special attention, especially in an academic environment that is full of demands and pressures.  The purpose of this study was to determine the description of new students in one of the health polytechnic Tasikmalaya three diploma study programs related to mental health. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a case study approach, with the aim of focusing intensively on one particular object and studying it as a case. The results showed that students have good knowledge and are able to choose positive coping related to mental health, students can also adapt to their new environment which ultimately fosters good perceptions related to mental health. The conclusion of this study is that new students with good knowledge about mental health can choose positive coping, help gradual adaptation in the higher education environment, and foster positive perceptions. To support this, increased education, access to counseling services, a supportive campus environment, and preventive mental health screening are needed.

Keywords: Disorders, Students, Mental