3.3.5 Mental Health Support for Students

Srinakharinwirot University (SWU) is committed to supporting student mental health through accessible psychological counselling, mental health screening, and proactive well-being initiatives. The University seeks to help students understand mental health, manage stress and emotions, and obtain appropriate psychological support.

Mental Health Support through Counselling, Screening, and Proactive Well-being Activities

Mental Health Counselling Services through SWU SMILE

Srinakharinwirot University provides student mental health support through the SWU SMILE counselling network, comprising five university units and eight service locations across the Prasarnmit and Ongkharak campuses. The participating units include the Division of Student Affairs, Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Education, Behavioral Science Research Institute, and Student Health Clinics.

The network provides support for students experiencing stress, anxiety, academic difficulties, interpersonal challenges, and adjustment to university life. Its eight service locations include two SWU SMILE Student Affairs locations, two Humannice Counseling Centers, one W.E.L.L. Center, one Feel Good Room, and two Student Health Clinics. Depending on the unit, counselling is offered in person or online.

Source: https://swusmile.swu.ac.th/center

Students can access counselling at SWU SMILE rooms on the Prasarnmit and Ongkharak campuses, online, or by telephone. Counselling psychologists provide services Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., improving convenience and reducing travel-related barriers.

The University also provides a counselling appointment system, a student mental well-being assessment, and procedures for identifying and assisting students experiencing mental health difficulties. Online and telephone options make it possible to seek assistance without visiting a service location.

Source: https://studentaffairs.op.swu.ac.th/SWUSMILE

SWU SMILE Mental Health Counselling Service Statistics, 2025

Summary: In 2025, the SWU SMILE counselling centre operated by the Division of Student Affairs served 323 students through a total of 467 counselling sessions across all service formats.

Psychological counselling at the counselling units described above is provided free of charge to students. Service locations, appointment procedures, and contact details are publicly available through the SWU SMILE website.

Together, these services establish a multi-unit mental health support network across the University’s campuses, improving access to psychological assistance and supporting student well-being in line with SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.

SWU Heal Jai With LOVE: Promoting Mental Well-being through an Interactive Exhibition

Srinakharinwirot University organised the SWU Heal Jai With LOVE project on 27–29 August 2025 as an interactive exhibition designed to raise mental health awareness, encourage self-understanding, and strengthen self-worth. The project was supported by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation. Third-year Bachelor of Science students in Psychology from the Faculty of Humanities, studying a mental health promotion module, facilitated activities and guided visitors. Drawing on self-compassion principles, the exhibition encouraged participants to explore their feelings and recognise the importance of mental well-being through participatory, experiential learning.

Source: https://www.facebook.com/prswu/posts/มศว-ใส่ใจสุขภาพใจนิสิต-จัดโครงการ-swu-heal-jai-with-love-เชิญชวนประชาคม-ชาว-มศว-/1229942889174353/

Source: https://hu.swu.ac.th/เกี่ยวกับคณะ/ฝ่ายพัฒนาศักยภาพนิสิต/swu-heal-jai-with-love-เพื่อส่งเสริมสุขภาวะในองค์กรในรูปแบบ-interactive-exhibition-โดยนิสิตหลักสูตรวทบ-จิตวิทยา-ชั้นปีที่-3

Manut Term Jai Project: Supporting Mental Health and Adjustment among New Students

In 2025, the Faculty of Humanities organised the “Manut Term Jai” project to promote mental health, positive personal qualities, and adjustment to university life among new students. Psychological workshops addressed four key themes: self-compassion, positive communication, self-love, and self-esteem, helping students build self-understanding, positive interpersonal skills, and confidence in their personal worth.

“Mindful Jai Foo” Mental Well-being Promotion Project

The Division of Student Affairs organised the “Mindful Jai Foo” mental well-being project on 2–4 April 2025 in Saraburi Province. Through experiential activities involving nature, art, and self-awareness, the programme encouraged students to explore their emotions, relieve stress, develop emotional regulation skills, and apply mental well-being practices in everyday life. Activities included nature-based learning, self-exploration, and art-based approaches to psychological well-being.

Active Promotion of Good Mental Health among Students

Srinakharinwirot University actively promotes good mental health among students through psychological counselling, mental health awareness initiatives, and experiential learning activities. In 2025, the SWU Heal Jai With LOVE interactive exhibition, Manut Term Jai psychological workshops, and Mindful Jai Foo mental well-being programme supported the active promotion of good mental health through self-compassion, emotional awareness, positive communication, stress management, and self-care.

Contribution to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being

Through its SWU SMILE counselling network and the active promotion of good mental health, Srinakharinwirot University demonstrates its commitment to THE Indicator 3.3.5: Mental Health Support for Students by providing accessible psychological counselling, mental health screening, and proactive well-being activities across its campuses.

In 2025, the SWU SMILE counselling centre under the Division of Student Affairs supported 323 students through 467 counselling sessions. The University also implemented the SWU Heal Jai With LOVE, Manut Term Jai, and Mindful Jai Foo initiatives to promote mental health awareness, self-compassion, and stress management.

Collectively, these services and initiatives strengthen access to mental health support, demonstrate the University's commitment to the active promotion of good mental health, and contribute to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being.