The Role of Mental Health on Overall Job Satisfaction of Faculty Members

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Likhitha V. Shetty (Department of Management, Karnataka Sangha’s Manjunatha College of Commerce, Thakurli, Maharashtra)

In recent years, mental health concerns such as stress, exhaustion, anxiety, and depression have been increasingly reported among faculty members, drawing attention to their psychological well-being within academic institutions. The rigorous academic environment, characterized by demands for teaching, research, mentoring, administrative duties, and work-life balance, significantly impacts faculty mental health and job satisfaction. This study employs Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to examine the influence of emotional well-being, work-life balance, and workplace support on overall job satisfaction among faculty members. The findings indicate a statistically significant relationship between these mental health components and job satisfaction, emphasizing the need for institutional strategies that prioritize faculty well-being.