Many university students experiencing mental ill-health do not access available support, creating a gap between service need and use. Researchers from The University of Melbourne analysed 4,375 Australian university students with probable depression and/or anxiety to examine awareness and use of mental health services. Compared with domestic students, international students had substantially higher odds of […]
Food insecurity is an increasing concern for university students, with potential consequences extending beyond nutrition to mental health and eating behaviours. Researchers from the University of Wollongong and collaborating institutions surveyed 348 Australian university students to examine relationships between food insecurity, psychological distress and disordered eating risk. Almost two-thirds (63%) experienced some level of food […]
University students with disability can face additional barriers to maintaining their health, wellbeing and academic success, highlighting the importance of accessible and inclusive university support. Queensland University of Technology interviewed 31 students with disability about their experiences and preferences for health and wellbeing support. Students described challenges balancing study, health and everyday life, with 74% […]
