Enhancing Student Well-Being: The Role Of ICT-Integrated Counseling In Alleviating Psychological Effects Of Disasters On Students

Abstract

Students affected by disasters now frequently experience behavioral problems and emotional discomfort, which calls for creative ways to promote their well-being. This study examines how information and communication technology (ICT) and integrated personal and social counseling can help alleviate these psychological issues.adolescents. We purposefully selected one hundred and ninety-one male and female students affected by recent disasters and divided them into experimental and control groups using a quasi-experimental study methodology. The experimental group participated in a six-week counseling program that used ICT tools, including interactive self-help modules and online platforms for sessions. The control group received standard counseling services. We used established psychological measures of emotional distress and behavioral problems to examine the data gathered using ANOVA and paired t-tests. The study found a significant decrease in emotional distress and behavioral problems when comparing the experimental group to the control group. Students' reports of increased resilience, emotional control, and interpersonal skills demonstrated the value of ICT-enhanced therapy. The study concludes that combining ICT with personal and social counseling is a promising approach to treating behavioral and emotional issues among students who experienced a disaster. This strategy highlights the promise of technology-driven mental health interventions in educational institutions, offering scalable and easily accessible support.