A STUDY ON PSYCHOSOCIAL PROBLEMS AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS IN KARUR DISTRICT

Student life, especially college life, is a crucial period for students most of whom are in their late adolescence, physically maturing, and psychologically unstable. During this time, they undergo various kinds of stress, including academic pressures, the need to complete assignments, and the expectation to participate in different college activities. This stress arises due to the imbalance between environmental demands and personal capacity. The results of this study indicate that students are experiencing psychosocial problems, such as depression. In this regard, there was no significant difference between boys and girls, though the problem persists for both genders. Therefore, it is essential to address these issues. Future research should focus on interventions aimed at helping students overcome these challenges.

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