Abstract
The goal of this study was to evaluate the Perception of dental undergraduates regarding need of psychological and psychosocial support throughout their undergraduate life. A total sample of 300 dental students participated from 3 private dental colleges of Lahore. A cross sectional study was done to evaluate their needs for psychological counseling. A questionnaire was made comprising of 15 questions regarding various aspects and perceptions of counseling to evaluate its need and outcomes. The data showed 62.2% of undergraduate dental students need counseling sessions and 84.4% believes that mentoring has high impact on dentist health and practice. Data showed 71.2% will attend if confidentiality is provided and 80.1% believes these sessions will be productive. Confidentiality in counseling sessions is the most important part as there is a reluctance seen for counseling because of lack of confidentiality.
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