The Domestic and International Experiences in Building a Psychological Support System for Graduate Students and the Path in China
Solving the mental health problems of graduate students requires not only addressing the issues themselves,but also understanding the underlying demands.The establishment of a psychological support system for graduate students is an inevitable choice to improve the quality of graduate education.By combining in-depth interviews,questionnaire surveys,and comparative analysis,we gain insights into the actual state of graduate students mental support systems,drawing from both current realities and international practical experiences.The interview results indicate that the psychological support system for graduate students in China should include three core elements:developmental support,preventive support,and intervention support.The questionnaire survey shows that graduate students are generally satisfied with developmental and intervention support,but the satisfaction rate for preventive support is relatively low.Comparative analysis reveals that guidance through legal/normative documents,a sound organization for psychological support for graduate students,a well-equipped and strong team of professionals,and increased investment in psychological support for graduate students are the main experiences of psychological support for graduate students domestically and abroad.To optimize the system,there should be a shift from a"treatment-focused,prevention-neglected"approach to a"development-first,prevention-emphasized,and treatment-optimized"strategy,with a precise implementation plan and clear roles for all stakeholders.