Ilhame Hamid Sultanova

ORGANIZATIONAL ISSUES OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICE IN HIGHER SCHOOLS

 Abstract. Students’ mental health and emotional well-being are integral to the quality of higher education. Today, in Azerbaijan and worldwide, an increase in students’ mental health issues (stress, anxiety, depression, etc.) has been observed, highlighting the importance of systematic psychological support services in universities. Higher education institutions should consider not only students’ academic performance but also their personal and emotional development, creating an environment focused not only on “teaching” but also on “developing.” This article analyzes theoretical and empirical studies by Azerbaijani and international researchers to examine the organization of psychological services in universities from both scientific and practical perspectives. The article synthesizes theoretical foundations, practical models, and application examples, ultimately providing recommendations for the country.

Keywords: higher education institution, university, psychological service, student psychology, psychological support