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Abstract Background: Adolescence is a formative period marked by emotional and psychological development. Emotional well-being during this stage significantly impacts mental health, academic success, and social interactions. Evaluating both positive and negative affect is essential to identify adolescents at risk for emotional challenges. Aim: This study aimed to assess the emotional well-being of adolescents by measuring their levels of positive and negative affect using the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS), and to examine the relationship between affective states and selected socio-demographic factors. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 54 adolescents from Himaja Degree College, Puttur, using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using the standardized PANAS instrument and analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Results: Findings revealed that most participants exhibited moderate levels of positive affect and low levels of negative affect, indicating a generally balanced emotional state. Statistically significant associations were observed between emotional affect and lifestyle-related factors, such as food habits and personal routines. Conclusion: The majority of adolescents demonstrated stable emotional well-being. However, specific lifestyle patterns were found to influence emotional states. Routine emotional screening using validated tools like PANAS, alongside the promotion of healthy personal habits, is recommended to enhance mental well-being among adolescents.