Andhra Pradesh appoints school counsellors to support student mental health
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Why in news
Andhra Pradesh became the first state in India to appoint dedicated mental health counsellors at the school level to address adolescent mental health concerns.
Background
The initiative aims to ensure a counsellor is present in every mandal of Andhra Pradesh. B. Srinivasa Rao, Director of the Samagra Shiksha State Project, oversaw the appointment and training of these counsellors.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAndhra Pradesh is the first Indian state to appoint dedicated school-level mental health counsellors.
- PostB. Srinivasa Rao is the Director of the Samagra Shiksha State Project in Andhra Pradesh.
- FactThe initiative aims to provide a counsellor in every mandal of the state.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of integrating mental health support into the school curriculum to address the rising psychological challenges among Indian adolescents.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional bottleneck: Lack of standardized training protocols and accredited psychological screening tools in rural schools
- Resource disparity: Uneven distribution of qualified mental health professionals across urban and rural educational hubs
Keywords: mental health · adolescent psychology · educational infrastructure · holistic development · social welfare
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