The Research Voyage: An International Bi-Annual Peer Reviewed Multidisciplinary Research Journal (Online) Volume 5, No. 2, December, 2023 ISSN: 2582-6077 Available at http://research.sdcollegehsp.net 40 PROMOTION OF MENTAL HEALTH FOR MAKING YOUTH BETTER: SPECIAL REFERENCE WITH EDUCATIONAL ADJUSTMENT AMONG HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Dr. Sonia Sharma Assistant Professor, School Of Education, Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India Piyali Sarkar Research Scholar, School Of Education, Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India ABSTRACT Good health is the first step towards well-being, as described by the World Health Organization. Mental health encompasses a person's mental condition and a healthy state of mind. It encompasses prevention, treatment, and resettlement of individuals affected by mental disorders, promoting complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Adolescence marks a period of physical, hormonal, and biochemical changes, leading to secondary sexual traits, hormonal and biochemical shifts, and adult sexual functioning. Adolescents adjust their opinions and social connections, often rebelling against parental control. Despite being chaotic, adolescents search for their unique identity. Promoting mental health in India is crucial for students, especially in schools. Improving school infrastructure and personal background can enhance mental health. Mental health counseling and proper measures should be integrated into general healthcare services. Awareness campaigns, camps, and psychotherapy services in rural areas are necessary. Educating people about counseling and psychotherapy is essential, and arranging for mental health services is necessary. More manpower and training in mental health services through civil society can help make decisions and promote mental health in a healthy India. Keywords: Mental health, adolescence, high school students, educational adjustment. INTRODUCTION