FACTORS CAUSING THE DECREASE OF MENTAL HEALTH AMONG ADOLESCENT

Abstract

Adolescence is a period marked by the search for identity. extreme mood swings often accompany the teenage years. it becomes stressful and will cause mental health problems. Some of the driving factors for these problems include family, environmental, self-factors and many other supporting factors that often become triggers. These factors, both internal and external, have an impact on mental health. The lack of knowledge about mental health also makes the surrounding environment feel down giving feelings that make it even more agitated. There are a number of factors that can contribute to poor mental health among adolescents. These include. Stress: Adolescents are often under a lot of stress, from school, from relationships, and from the demands of everyday life. This stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. Trauma: Adolescents who have experienced trauma, such as abuse, neglect, or violence, are more likely to develop mental health problems. Substance abuse: Adolescents who use drugs or alcohol are more likely to experience mental health problems. Family problems: Adolescents who come from families with mental health problems, substance abuse problems, or other problems are more likely to develop mental health problems themselves. Peer pressure: Adolescents are often under pressure from their peers to engage in risky behaviors, such as substance abuse or unprotected sex. This pressure can lead to mental health problems. Lack of support: Adolescents who do not have a strong support system, such as from family or friends, are more likely to develop mental health problems. It is important to identify and address the factors that are contributing to poor mental health among adolescents. This can help to prevent mental health problems from developing or worsening. There are a number of things that can be done to help adolescents, including: Provide support: Adolescents need to feel supported by their family, friends, and community. This support can help them to cope with stress and other challenges. Educate adolescents about mental health: Adolescents need to be educated about mental health and the signs and symptoms of mental health problems. This education can help them to recognize if they are struggling and to seek help. Provide treatment: If an adolescent is struggling with a mental health problem, they should receive treatment. There are a number of different treatments available, including therapy, medication, and support groups. By addressing the factors that contribute to poor mental health among adolescents, we can help to prevent mental health problems from developing or worsening. This can help adolescents to reach their full potential and to live happy and healthy lives. To find out more about how some of the factors cause mental health decline among adolescents, researchers will observe several factors that cause mental health decline among adolescents. This case study was carried out at a vocational high school in Surabaya. The items needed were taken using a questionnaire that had been distributed. With the results found that the psychological condition (mental health) of adolescents has decreased, one of which is a highl level of anxiety with religious and social causes.