Influence of Guidance and Counselling Services on Students’ Mental Health Outcomes
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https://doi.org/10.15631/ubmrj.v15i1.264Keywords:
Guidance and Counselling Services, Mental Health Outcomes, Senior High School, Adolescent Well-being, School-Based InterventionsAbstract
This study explores the influence of guidance and Counselling services on the mental health outcomes of Senior High School students at the University of Bohol Victoriano D. Tirol Advanced Learning Center (UB VDTALC) for the 2024–2025 academic year. In response to rising mental health concerns among Filipino adolescents, particularly in Central Visayas, where socio-economic challenges and limited mental health resources prevail, school-based interventions play a crucial role. Using a quantitative approach, the study surveyed 304 Grade 12 students to assess the influence of guidance and Counselling services to students’ mental health outcomes. Findings revealed a significant positive relationship between the Influence of Guidance and Counselling Services and Mental Health Outcomes. However, the study also found that many students rarely access these services due to stigma, lack of awareness, and low visibility. As a result, the study proposes targeted enhancements to existing guidance and Counselling programs to improve accessibility, cultural relevance, and student engagement, ensuring the services are more effective in addressing adolescents' evolving mental health needs.
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