Psychology · Single study

Mental health problems link to lower academic performance in college

• Researchers surveyed 600 Chinese college students and found that stress, depression, and anxiety were all associated with worse academic performance.
• Fifth-year students reported better mental health than first-year students, yet paradoxically earned lower grades.
• The study suggests that universities should provide mental health support programs, especially for older students who may struggle despite improved well-being.

Acta Psychologica · 2024 — https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actpsy.2024.104351

Mental health and academic performance of college students: Knowledge in the field of mental health, self-control, and learning in college