Depression and anxiety symptoms among Slovenian tertiary students during COVID-19 pandemic

ConclusionsThe results of the present study are to some extent consistent with the findings of comparable studies, but show higher proportions of depressive and anxiety symptoms with the highest severity levels. The data suggest that there is a case for tailored public health interventions that respond to the identified mental health needs of tertiary students in Slovenia.Key messages55% of respondents reported having depressive symptoms (PHQ-9 ≥10), with 16% reporting severe depressive symptoms, and 10.1% reported frequent suicidal ideation.51.3% of the respondents reported having more pronounced anxiety symptoms (GAD -7 ≥10), with 30.7% reporting severe anxiety symptoms.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research