PROMOTING THE MENTAL HEALTH OF STUDENTS IN THE ERA OF MAJOR GLOBAL CRISES: THE ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL COUNSELLORS

Schools are crucial in fostering students' mental health and acting as a vital learnin, environmentfor acquiringfondamental skills in the social, emotional, and behavioral domain: However, the many consequences of global crises including global conflicts, child COVID-19, and climate change frequently influence the school climate, having a seri impact on students' mental health. The current study suggested potential rolesfor educatio counsellors in identifying and meeting the demand for mental health services that sUp' social and emotional growth and wellnessfor all students. This study, which was based on r. theory, explored the scenario of mental health disorders in schools, factors that affect men health, how global crises affect children, ways to promote mental health, and the role t. educational counsellors play in doing so. It was upheld that educational counsellors co respond to the mental health needs of all students by providing instruction that impro awareness of mental health, evaluation and advice regarding academic, career, a social/emotional development, short-term counseling interventions, and referrals community resourcesfor long-term support inpromoting students' positive mental health. Keywords: Educational counsellors, mental health, students, global conflict, child ab climate change and COVID-19.