What does this research mean for the field?

Remote online learning during the pandemic significantly increased levels of psychological distress, stress, anxiety, and depression among students, but their mental well-being improved after transitioning back to in-person learning. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.SUPPORTS_CONSENSUS.

What question did this study set out to answer?

To investigate the mental health disparities among students during remote online learning and their psychological status upon returning to in-person learning.

February 19, 2026Open Access

Understanding the Impact of Virtual Online and Traditional Learning on Student Mental Health: A Sequential Mixed Methods Study Amid and Beyond Educational Disruptions

Puntos clave

To investigate the mental health disparities among students during remote online learning and their psychological status upon returning to in-person learning.
Conducted a sequential mixed methods study
Analyzed mental health challenges among students during educational disruption
Examined the correlation between mental health and demographic factors
High levels of psychological distress, anxiety, and depression reported during remote learning
Improvement in mental well-being observed after returning to in-person learning
Challenges remained with stress management and self-directed learning skills among students

Resumen

The global pandemic accelerated the transition from conventional face-to-face to distant online education. This study aims to investigate the disparities in mental health challenges among students undergoing remote online learning during the educational disruption and their current psychological status upon transitioning back to in-person learning. Students at public universities experienced high levels of psychological distress, stress, anxiety, and depression. The study revealed an association between mental health concerns and demographic factors, including socioeconomic status and gadget use. While students' mental well-being improved after in-person learning, they faced challenges in managing stress and developing self-directed learning skills. The research recommends implementing hybrid learning policies, wellness days, mental health awareness initiatives, and frequent breaks to enhance intellectual and psychological development. This research provides a significant basis for establishing international standards for student mental health care and directs higher education institutions worldwide towards more resilient, adaptable, and supportive educational settings.

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