Posted Mar 16, 2021
(FORT WORTH, Texas)—One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, 82% of college students say they continue to experience increased stress and/or anxiety.
A new survey of more than 1,300 college students published today by TimelyMD, the leading telehealth company specializing in higher education, found that three out of four students (75%) said the impact on the quality of their education has worsened their mental health. Other significant concerns for students were not knowing what life may look like once a new normal is established (56%), isolation from friends and family (50%), missing a vibrant campus life (45%) and struggles with remote learning (40%).
There is good news, however. Nine out of 10 (91%) of students have found at least one coping mechanism that helps them feel better. Three of the top four methods involve connecting with friends and family: Zoom/FaceTime video chats (63%), phone calls (52%), watching TV or movies (40%) or spending time in-person with others in their risk bubble (38%).