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Mental Health conditions are widespread, these are still undertreated. WHO report, 2022 on Mental health states that every one in eight (12.5%) is living with mental health conditions. In spite of this severity, on average, only 2% of the health budget is spent on mental health. In the case of Depressive disorders, most people cannot identify that it is a problem or illness Depressive disorders are higher in college-going students (15-24 year) than other population. The reasons may be leaving home for higher studies, forming new relationships, adjustment to the new environment, disturbance in sleeping pattern, pressure of studies, lack of family support in attaining higher education, easy access to alcohol and drugs etc. Supportive teacher-student relationships can help in preventing depression because the students feel loved, cared and accepted. Teacher support enhances a teacher's relationship with a student. It boosts their confidence, self-concept and self-esteem. Teachers can develop a working and collaborative relationship with the students, avoid negative techniques, make adjustments in assigned tasks, arrange opportunities that motivate them towards success, consult with the institution's counselor or psychologist, and can learn Current Best Practices. So teacher-student engagement helps in checking the prevalence of depressive disorders in higher education.