La salud mental adolescente en entornos educativos postpandemia:

Abstract

Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic significantly affected the emotional well-being of adolescents, causing changes in their school, social, and family lives. Given the post-pandemic context, many of these effects are still present, evidenced by symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Faced with this reality, the present research aimed to analyze the relationship between adolescents' mental health and emotional containment strategies in the school environment. It was developed using a mixed approach, integrating quantitative instruments to identify levels of emotional distress in students and qualitative techniques to understand the perceptions of teachers and counselors. The results show that a significant proportion of adolescents experience mild to moderate emotional distress, and that guidance strategies contribute positively to emotional well-being, emotion regulation, and the creation of more empathetic educational environments. As a fundamental contribution, it provides important information for institutional decision-making and reinforces the importance of educational guidance as a preventive and supportive measure in adolescent mental health.