Pathways to Psychological Health Education Integration in China’s Primary, Secondary Schools and Universities

Integrating psychological health education in primary and secondary schools and universities emphasizes the coherent development of psychological health education at all levels, which is critical. This approach requires that each level – primary, secondary, and university – takes into account the psychological developmental characteristics of students and carefully tailors the objectives and content of psychological health education to age and cognitive maturity. The aim is to introduce psychological education gradually and systematically, striking a balance between age-specific differences and the progressive development of educational content. As an essential part of the ideological and political educational framework of China’s new era, psychological education plays a crucial role in promoting students’ psychological well-being at all levels of schooling. Achieving full integration requires a theoretical foundation rooted in developmental psychology, pedagogy, and coordinated educational policies and systems. This includes consistently designing and implementing curricula, teacher training, and theoretical instruction. In addition, psychological health education should be provided both online and offline, including digital platforms, lectures, and mental health activities, and promote close collaboration between schools and families. Such coordinated efforts are essential for promoting children and adolescents’ comprehensive development and mental and physical well-being.