MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES AMONG MEDICAL STUDENTS: CAUSES, CONSEQUENCES, AND INTERVENTIONS

Аннотация

Medical students around the world face heightened mental health challenges due to academic pressure, emotional fatigue, and a highly competitive environment. These issues, if left unaddressed, can lead to burnout, impaired academic performance, and even professional dropout. This paper explores the underlying causes of psychological distress among medical students, its long-term consequences, and institutional strategies for intervention. By examining both global literature and regional case studies, the article highlights the critical need for comprehensive mental health support in medical education systems.