Author(s): Mehak Arora

Abstract: University students today experience a wide range of emotional, academic, and social pressures that place them at heightened risk for mental health difficulties. Lifestyle behaviours—such as participation in sports, engagement in physical exercise, dietary habits, sleep patterns, and daily routine management—are increasingly recognized as significant contributors to psychological well-being. The present study investigates the influence of these lifestyle practices on mental health among university students. A purposive sample of 50 students was categorized into healthy and unhealthy lifestyle groups using the Lifestyle Assessment Questionnaire (Agarwal, 1982). Mental health was assessed using the Mental Health Inventory (Veit & Ware, 1983). Results indicated significantly higher mental health scores among students with healthier lifestyle practices. The findings highlight the importance of integrating lifestyle-based interventions into university mental health programs and suggest the need for holistic, preventive approaches to enhance student well-being.

DOI: 10.33545/27077012.2025.v6.i2c.348

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