Key result
The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a significant decline in physical activity and an increase in perceived stress and depressive symptoms among college students compared to normal circumstances.
Why the study?
Investigating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on physical activity and mental health is important to demonstrate the need for interventions.
Does the COVID-19 pandemic impact physical activity and mental health in college students?
Population
1019 college students at a large Northeastern US university
Comparison
COVID-19 vs normal circumstances
Design
Repeated survey study
Follow-up
Over the spring semester
Authors
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Supports monitoring student activity and mental health during disruptions; leaves open causal mechanisms and intervention effects.
Observational (n=1,019)
No
Does the COVID-19 pandemic impact physical activity and mental health in college students?
The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with significant declines in physical activity and mental health among college students.
Wilson et al. (2021) conducted an observational in Physical activity and mental health (n=1,019). COVID-19 pandemic circumstances vs. Normal circumstances was evaluated on Changes in physical activity, perceived stress, and depressive symptoms. The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a significant decline in physical activity and an increase in perceived stress and depressive symptoms among college students compared to normal circumstances.
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