Improving dental students’ mental health is one of the top priorities for many dental schools. Achieving this priority demands both the implementation of targeted programs to enhance student resilience and the active involvement of faculty members, who frequently serve as the primary line of support for these students. Only through a concerted effort on both fronts can institutions cultivate an environment conducive to their students' holistic well-being, thereby nurturing future dentists' development.
Learning Objectives:
Identify various factors that influence dental students' mental health.
Recognize the barriers that hinder dental students from seeking professional mental health support.
Describe the various methods to enhance the mental health of dental students.
