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Analyzing emotional well-being of teens across urban and rural settings with gender-based perspectives
Authors
Sartaj Ahmad Bhat
Abstract
The emotional well-being of adolescents is a
critical component of their overall health, influencing academic performance,
social interactions, and long-term mental health outcomes. This study examines
the emotional well-being of teenagers across urban and rural environments,
focusing on gender-based perspectives to understand how contextual and
sociocultural factors impact emotional health. Employing a mixed-methods
approach, quantitative surveys assessing anxiety, depression, and self-esteem
levels were administered to a representative sample of 800 teens (aged 13-18)
from diverse urban and rural schools, complemented by qualitative focus groups
to capture nuanced gender-specific experiences. Results indicate significant
disparities in emotional well-being between urban and rural adolescents, with
urban teens reporting higher anxiety levels and rural teens facing greater
social isolation. Gender differences were pronounced, as female adolescents
across both settings exhibited higher rates of depressive symptoms, while males
reported lower help-seeking behavior. These findings highlight the complex
interaction between environment and gender in shaping teen emotional health.
The study underscores the need for tailored mental health interventions that
consider both geographic and gender-specific factors to effectively support
adolescent well-being. Policymakers, educators, and healthcare providers should
prioritize inclusive strategies that address these disparities to foster
healthier developmental outcomes.
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Pages:20-25
How to cite this article:
Sartaj Ahmad Bhat "Analyzing emotional well-being of teens across urban and rural settings with gender-based perspectives". International Journal of Advanced Education
, Vol 1, Issue 1, 2025, Pages 20-25
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