Document Type : Research Paper
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Educational Department of Psychology and Counseling, Farhangian University, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
This study aimed to analyze the current status of the components considered for assessing the mental health of teaching candidates for admission to Farhangian University and to provide solutions for its improvement. The research method used was qualitative, phenomenological. The study population of this study included all faculty members and lecturers of Farhangian University in the fields of counseling and psychology, from whom a sample of 17 people was selected using purposive sampling (expert type). A semi-structured interview tool was used to collect the required data. Thematic analysis method was used to analyze the data.The results of the study showed that the mental health components of teaching volunteers included two main categories and eight subcategories. The category of identifying and assessing mental health components included the following components: identifying and assessing mental health too little, not having enough time, not having the necessary tools, and not accurately assessing mental health. The category of appropriate measures included the components of using valid psychological tests, specialization of mental health assessment, need for in-depth interviews, and assessment of psychological competence during and at the end of education. According to the research findings, it can be said that in order to accept candidates with mental health to study at Farhangian University, the results of valid psychological tests should be used in addition to specialized interviews. In order to improve the level of mental health of student teachers, it is recommended to hold educational workshops in the areas of mental health and life skills,
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