siliconindia | | August 20208In My OpinionAmidst the rise of social media, information over-load, and fierce competi-tion, students seem to be more stressed than ever. However, inculcating happiness and suc-cess programs in the curriculum can help direct them towards better mental health. Some stress is a part of life; it can be hard to deal with as it is as an adult, but the same has also become a pressing issue in students' life in today's fast paced envi-ronment. The advent of technology and social media further add weight to it. Children today are dealing with immense pressure, whether it is related to behaving at home, performing well in studies, fitting in to their group of friends, or being likable on the newest trending social media channel. Additionally, the Indian education system is intrinsically flawed, where the entire focus is put only on memorizing the course syllabus and getting good grades. Day in and day out, students are told that if they get better grades, they will have a bright future. Parents too unintentionally and in the name of having their children's best interest at heart add more pressure on 5 WAYS HOW HAPPINESS & SUCCESS PROGRAMS HELP STUDENTS DEAL WITH MENTAL PRESSUREBy Ritesh Goyal, Managing Director & CEO, GIBS Business School, BangaloreRitesh has been associated with GIBS for over 11 years now, prior to which he was associated with Excel Business Academy and Frankfinn Institute of Airhostess Training.Ritesh Goyal
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