KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDE (KSA) OF FACULTY MEMBERS IN RECOGNIZING MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS

Authors

  • Elvie A. Paler College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines
  • Adrianne Mary A. Milano College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines
  • Rufa Mae A. Patilano College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines
  • Katrina Rhaye A. Sacayan College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines
  • Mae-Lanie O. Poblete College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines
  • Jessica B. Orias College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines
  • Leah May P. Madjus College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31674/mjn.2022.v13i03.010

Abstract

Background: Mental health issues have become a growing crisis confronting many universities worldwide. The academic environment greatly impacts the students’ mental and psychological well-being. In this aspect, faculty members are challenged in honing the students’ mental health.

Objectives: This study aimed to determine the knowledge, skills, and attitude (KSA) as well as the barriers in recognizing students' mental health inside the campus among faculty members of Mindanao State University- Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT). Furthermore, this study seeks to gain insight into the significant relationship between the demographic profile and their knowledge, skills, and attitude towards student's mental health.

Methods: The study was designed as descriptive-correlation research which utilized proportional allocation to determine eighty-four (84) respondents who were faculty members from the seven (7) colleges of MSU-IIT. The respondents answered a modified questionnaire divided into five (5) categories which the researchers have determined.

Results: The results revealed that among the mental health issues, faculty members are most familiar with depression (92%). The results showed that 56% agreed that it is the teacher's job to promote mental health and that they have a significant role in addressing this issue yet only 32% have been recieved training regarding the topic. In addition, the results portray that there is an interest among the faculty regarding mental health promotion inside the campus. However, only 39% are happy promoting student’s mental health. The low priority given to mental health promotion was considered to be a barrier to faculty intervention. Among the variables, educational attainment has shown to have a significant relationship with knowledge and skills.

Conclusion: Hence, the institute needs to recognize and act on enhancing the promotion of mental health in the campus.

Keywords:

Universities, Mental Health, Philippines, Faculty, Students

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Author Biographies

Adrianne Mary A. Milano, College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines

College of Nursing and Student

Katrina Rhaye A. Sacayan, College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines

College of Nursing - Student

Mae-Lanie O. Poblete, College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines

College of Nursing - Clinical Instructor

Leah May P. Madjus, College of Nursing, Mindanao State University –Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines

College of Nursing - Clinical Instructor

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Published

01-01-2022

How to Cite

Elvie A. Paler, Adrianne Mary A. Milano, Rufa Mae A. Patilano, Katrina Rhaye A. Sacayan, Mae-Lanie O. Poblete, Jessica B. Orias, & Leah May P. Madjus. (2022). KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ATTITUDE (KSA) OF FACULTY MEMBERS IN RECOGNIZING MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS. The Malaysian Journal of Nursing (MJN), 13(3), 65-70. https://doi.org/10.31674/mjn.2022.v13i03.010

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