Psychological Distress Among High School Students in Bangkok Thailand
# Introduction This study investigated psychological distress among high school students in Thailand. A sample of 8,345 students from thirty-five Bangkok schools voluntarily participated, responding to a questionnaire and undergoing stress assessments. Socio-demographic factors including grade le...
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2024-06-01
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| author | Chatchai Thanachoksawang Sara Arphorn Suchinda Jarupat Maruo Suwatsa Punneng Tomohiro Ishimaru Goontalee Bangkadanara |
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This study investigated psychological distress among high school students in Thailand.
A sample of 8,345 students from thirty-five Bangkok schools voluntarily participated, responding to a questionnaire and undergoing stress assessments. Socio-demographic factors including grade level, school scale, hometown, parental marital status, presence of siblings, gender, health conditions, online classes, and family monthly income were analyzed.
# Results
Of the participants, 1,087 (13.02%) experienced psychological distress. Grade level, school scale, hometown, parental marital status, and siblings' presence showed no significant associations with distress. However, being female or transgender correlated with higher distress levels. Students with health issues and those in online classes also experienced elevated distress. Additionally, a family monthly income below 10,000 Thai Baht was associated with distress.
# Conclusion
This study sheds light on factors contributing to psychological distress in high school students. It highlights the need for tailored support for vulnerable groups within the student population, emphasizing the role of educators, policymakers, and mental health professionals in addressing these challenges. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-3f02c744c93448ecb86881eec8ca80d42025-02-11T20:30:49ZengOpen Medical PublishingHealth Psychology Research2420-81242024-06-0112Psychological Distress Among High School Students in Bangkok ThailandChatchai ThanachoksawangSara ArphornSuchinda Jarupat MaruoSuwatsa PunnengTomohiro IshimaruGoontalee Bangkadanara# Introduction This study investigated psychological distress among high school students in Thailand. A sample of 8,345 students from thirty-five Bangkok schools voluntarily participated, responding to a questionnaire and undergoing stress assessments. Socio-demographic factors including grade level, school scale, hometown, parental marital status, presence of siblings, gender, health conditions, online classes, and family monthly income were analyzed. # Results Of the participants, 1,087 (13.02%) experienced psychological distress. Grade level, school scale, hometown, parental marital status, and siblings' presence showed no significant associations with distress. However, being female or transgender correlated with higher distress levels. Students with health issues and those in online classes also experienced elevated distress. Additionally, a family monthly income below 10,000 Thai Baht was associated with distress. # Conclusion This study sheds light on factors contributing to psychological distress in high school students. It highlights the need for tailored support for vulnerable groups within the student population, emphasizing the role of educators, policymakers, and mental health professionals in addressing these challenges.https://doi.org/10.52965/001c.120045 |
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