Understanding Psycho-Social Skills Among Secondary School Students: A Conceptual and Analytical Study

Author(s)	Ms. Reena Singh, Dr. Samala Suneetha Masih
Country	India
Abstract	Psycho-social skills constitute a foundational dimension of adolescent development, shaping how young learners think, feel, behave, and interact within their academic and social environments. In contemporary schooling systems, increasing academic pressures, changing family structures, digital exposure, and peer influences have heightened the need for strong psycho-social competence among secondary school students. This conceptual and analytical paper explores the nature, components, and determinants of psycho-social skills through an integrated theoretical and literature-based examination. Drawing insights from humanistic, cognitive, social learning, and ecological frameworks, the study synthesizes global and Indian empirical reviews, revealing how adolescents’ emotional regulation, interpersonal skills, decision-making abilities, and coping strategies influence academic engagement and social adjustment. Through analytical integration, the paper highlights the interdependence of internal dispositions and external environments in shaping psycho-social competence. The study concludes with educational implications and evidence-based strategies for strengthening psycho-social skills among secondary-level learners.
Keywords	Psycho-Social Skills, Adolescence and Secondary Education.
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 1, January-February 2026
Published On	2026-02-19

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