ArticleJournal of affective disorders2026
Positive psychological well-being and psychological distress in higher education students.
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backgroundPositive psychology well-being constructs like flourishing are important predictors of health and quality of life. However, few studies have examined the association between flourishing and psychological distress (i.e., depression and anxiety). We investigated the association between flourishing and psychological distress symptoms among higher education students.
methodsWe analyzed cross-sectional survey data from 60,386 students aged 18-34 in the United States (Healthy Minds Study 2022-2023). Flourishing was measured using the Flourishing Scale, while symptoms of depression and anxiety were assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scales, respectively. Associations between flourishing and psychological distress were examined using multiple logistic regression models, adjusting for age, gender identity, race/ethnicity, financial stress, and self-reported mental health treatment.
resultsOf the 60,386 participants included the mean age was 21.7 (SD = 3.6). Most participants were female (68.3 %) and White (55.6 %). Among individuals with significant symptoms of depression or anxiety, 13.7 % and 17.7 % were classified as flourishing (Flourishing Scale ≥48), respectively. Participants with significant symptoms of depression (OR: 0.23; CI: 0.22-0.25) or anxiety (OR: 0.56; CI: 0.54-0.59) were less likely to be classified as flourishing than those without significant symptoms.
conclusionFlourishing is possible within psychological distress. These results suggest the importance of assessing both positive psychological well-being and psychological distress to understand student mental health. While reducing symptoms of psychological distress is crucial, enhancing positive psychological well-being should also be prioritized as part of mental health treatment.
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