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Higher secondary students in East Khasi Hills District have average knowledge of mental health, with a favorable attitude observed in 98.3% of participants. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding mental health among higher secondary students.

March 16, 2026Open Access

A Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practices on Mental Health among Higher Secondary Students in Selected Institutions of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Meghalaya

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This study aims to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding mental health among higher secondary students.
Descriptive cross-sectional design used.
Sample size of 300 students selected using stratified disproportionate random sampling.
Data collected using validated structured questionnaires.
61.0% of students had average knowledge about mental health.
31.3% displayed good knowledge, while 7.7% had poor knowledge.
98.3% of participants showed a favorable attitude towards mental health.
Common emotional management practices included physical activity and listening to music.

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Descriptive study assesses mental health understanding in higher secondary students, suggesting the need for increased awareness.

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International Journal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b79e6e8166e15b153abb6a https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19018728

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A Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practices on Mental Health among Higher Secondary Students in Selected Institutions of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Meghalaya

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A Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Practices on Mental Health among Higher Secondary Students in Selected Institutions of East Khasi Hills District, Shillong Meghalaya

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