Lessons learned from lockdown: how the COVID-19 pandemic revealed intersecting inequalities of mental health, well-being, and learning for first-year UK university students

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how intersecting vulnerabilities affect mental health and learning experiences in first-year university students during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Identified vulnerabilities and challenges faced by students during the COVID-19 lockdown.
• Analyzed the intersection of mental health and academic experiences.
• Made recommendations to improve access to mental health services.
• Highlighted significant inequalities impacting students' mental health and well-being.
• Provided insights into students' varied experiences during lockdown.
• Recommended enhancing visibility and access to mental health resources.