Exploring Psychosocial and Mental Health Issues of Private School Teachers during COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

The closer of educational institutions during COVID-19 was affected the whole life of private school teachers. The study was explored the psychosocial aspects of poor quality of life and functioning of the teachers served in private sectors. It was an exploratory research design that was conducted with the help of qualitative research approach Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) and to make themes within participant’s statement. Homogenous sampling was used to collect the data from 50 participants. The N vivo 12 plus used to analyze the data. The result of this study, mental health can be evaluated and explicit sort of counseling service can be provided and therapeutic interventions plans can be utilized to improve mental health. All issues can be understood and special kind of counseling and intervention strategies can be developed as per the need of specific problem. By reviewing all themes, especially psychosocial and mental health issues as per teacher’s perspective, the private school association policy makers and administration can develop a literature comprising of risk factors, pre-disposition and consequences for general public to aware and keeping them away from delinquency.