Frustration in Adolescents And its effect on their Mental Health-a Review

Frustration is a deep chronic sense or state of insecurity and dissatisfaction arising from unresolved problems or unfulfilled needs. Children and adolescents have unique developmental and social needs. They live in an uncertain, unpredictable and unstable world. Their life situation and problems are superimposed on their changing growth and development. No wonder, mental health problems are the stark reality in today's adolescents. Poor mental health is strongly related to other health and development concerns in young people. Frustration leads to some typical behaviors in individuals. One of them is persistence or continuation of efforts to get around whatever is causing the frustration The concept of aggression as a reaction to frustration is known as the frustration aggression hypothesis. Constant demands and pressures, and unfulfilled expectations weave a complex web of frustration which affects the Mental Health of the strained and frustrated adolescent. This study is an effort to clarify these complex issues and awaken the parents, teachers, policy makers and the custodians of the society so that our future generation can lead a life of complete harmony and sound mental health.