SaralnamaWorld Mental Health Day on highlights teacher burnout as a real issue. Teachers face stress from multiple responsibilities beyond teaching. This affects classroom atmosphere and student learning. The National Education Policy 2020 recognizes teacher well-being as crucial. Seven ways to support teachers include: encouraging open communication, reducing workload, offering well-being training, building peer support, appreciating efforts, providing counselling, and creating a positive school culture. School leaders play a key role in prioritizing teacher mental health. Supporting teachers' well-being is essential for building a stronger education system and shaping a compassionate future. (Updated 10 Oct 2025, 12:29 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- World Mental Health Day on highlights teacher burnout as a real issue
- Teachers face stress from multiple responsibilities beyond teaching
- This affects classroom atmosphere and student learning