Author(s)

Song Xiantao ¹

Affiliation(s)

¹ Zhejiang Open University, Hangzhou, China

Corresponding Author

Song Xiantao

ABSTRACT

College students increasingly face mental health challenges. Traditional education emphasizes treatment over prevention, revealing significant limitations. This paper examines how positive psychology can enhance college mental health education in China. We analyze its theoretical foundations, practical significance, and implementation strategies. Results show that positive psychology aligns with national policies, addresses traditional education gaps, and meets student needs. We propose four implementation strategies: curriculum integration, experiential learning, faculty development, and institutional support. This framework provides practical guidance for optimizing college mental health education systems.

KEYWORDS

Positive Psychology; Higher Education; Mental Health Intervention; Student Well-being; Educational Practice

CITE THIS PAPER

Song Xiantao. Integrating Positive Psychology into College Mental Health Education: Significance and Implementation Strategies. Applied & Educational Psychology (2026). Vol. 7, No.1, 95-103. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.23977/appep.2026.070111.

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