ArticleBMC public health2025
Mental health status among university students during the transition period from high school to university in Lebanon: a cross-sectional study.
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Abstract
backgroundThe transition from high school to university is a critical life stage associated with heightened vulnerability to mental health challenges. Despite global recognition, there is limited research on the psychosocial risks faced by first-year university students in Lebanon, a region further burdened by socio-economic and political instability.
objectiveTo assess the mental health status of first-year university students in Lebanon, focusing on the prevalence and intensity of mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress during the transitional period.
methodsThis cross-sectional study involved 1,024 students from multiple Lebanese universities during the 2023-2024 academic year. Data were collected via a self-reported questionnaire and the General Health Questionnaire-28 (GHQ-28), that assesses mental health across four key dimensions: somatic symptoms, anxiety and insomnia, social dysfunction, and severe depression. Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests and P-values were used to analyze demographic, behavioral, and mental health data.
resultsA significant gender difference in employment (χ
conclusionsThe study highlights the urgent need for targeted mental health interventions for Lebanese university students, addressing both universal and region-specific challenges. The findings emphasize the importance of early intervention, increased access to mental health resources, and promoting systemic changes to improve overall student well-being.
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