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17TH INTERNATIONAL CONGRESS ON RESEARCH IN EDUCATION, Kahramanmaraş, Turkey, 28 - 30 September 2023, no.68626, pp.126
This qualitative research study investigates the perceptions of 45 English
language instructors regarding the interplay between well-being and mental
health within the context of higher education. The study employs content
analysis to analyze responses gathered through semi-structured interviews
adopted from O'Brien and Guiney (2017). The analysis of the collected data
reveals a unanimous consensus among respondents that a profound link
exists between well-being and mental health. English language instructors
consistently emphasized the pivotal role of positive relationships in the
workplace as the primary source of well-being. These findings underscore the
significance of fostering a supportive and collegial atmosphere in the academic
environment to enhance the overall well-being of instructors. Additionally, a
majority of the participants expressed agreement with the notion that
socialization and dedicating time for self-care constitute effective strategies for
promoting well-being. This aspect of the study highlights the importance of
both interpersonal connections and self-care practices as essential
components of maintaining well-being among English language instructors in
higher education. This research contributes valuable insights to the ongoing
discourse surrounding staff well-being in higher education and emphasizes
the need for institutions to prioritize initiatives that foster positive workplace
relationships and encourage self-care pra