Title : Psychological immunity and health among young adults
Abstract:
For any country young adults are the most important strength for the development of national growth. Psychological immunity, a key factor in mental health resilience, plays a pivotal role in the well-being of young adults. It encompasses cognitive, emotional, and behavioural resources that enable individuals to cope effectively with stress and adapt to life’s challenges. With the rise of mental health concerns among young adults, understanding the interplay between psychological immunity and health has become increasingly important. According to the World Health Organization (2023), approximately 15% of young adults globally experience significant mental health conditions, such as anxiety and depression. In India, the National Mental Health Survey (2023) revealed that nearly 20% of young adults face mild to severe mental health challenges. Psychological immunity has emerged as a protective buffer against these adversities. Psychological immunity plays a vital role in determining the mental health and physical health of young adults. This study explores the concept of psychological immunity, encompassing resilience, self-regulation, and adaptive coping mechanisms, as a buffer against mental health challenges. Drawing on a sample of young adults aged 18–30, the research investigates how psychological immunity interacts with factors such as stress, anxiety, and depression to influence health outcomes. Results indicate that higher levels of psychological immunity are associated with reduced psychological distress and better physical health. Furthermore, interventions targeting psychological immunity, such as mindfulness training and cognitive-behavioural strategies, demonstrate significant potential in enhancing well-being. These findings clearly mentioned the importance of fostering psychological immunity in young adults to promote long-term health and resilience in the face of life’s challenges. Key components, such as self-confidence, optimism, social skills, and coping mechanisms, significantly influence health outcomes. Research indicates that young adults with higher psychological immunity are 40% less likely to report stress-related illnesses compared to their peers with lower immunity levels . Initiatives promoting mindfulness, emotional regulation, and social support systems have shown promise in enhancing psychological immunity. This abstract focuses for the critical need for targeted indigenous interventions to strengthen psychological immunity, fostering holistic health among young adults in an era marked by escalating mental health challenges, which directly impacts physical health.
