This study aimed to describe the factors influencing mental health and wellbeing from the perspective of Moroccan youth.

This is a descriptive cross-sectional survey.

All 12 regions in Morocco.

Perceived priority drivers of mental health and well-being among youth.

A total of 1182 participants were included (mean age 20.5 years, 68.2% female, 85.7% from urban settings). Regarding health and nutrition, 46.3% valued sleep, 59.7% emphasised physical health, 53.1% highlighted access to quality healthcare and 56.5% prioritised clean air. In terms of connectedness and contribution, 75.7% rated family relationships as critical to their well-being, while 42.5% emphasised positive peer relationships. Regarding safety and supportive environments, 64.7% considered personal safety essential, 70% prioritised the fulfilment of basic needs and 63.7% valued personal information protection. For education and competence, 54.4% emphasised learning opportunities and 62.2% identified self-confidence as key drivers. Regarding agency and resilience, 59.4% valued independence, 68.5% stressed having a sense of purpose and 55% identified hope and optimism as key to their well-being. In digital well-being, 37.7% believed social media helped maintain connections, 38% viewed it as a learning tool while 31.6% reported it as a source of stress and anxiety

This study provides valuable insights into priority drivers of youth mental health in Morocco from the perspective of Moroccan youth which should be the target for future interventions aiming to promote youth well-being. The findings contribute to the limited data on youth mental health in low and middle-income countries, highlighting the urgency for comprehensive mental health services and further research on subjective well-being.