Effects of Transition from Remote to In-Person Learning in University Students: A Longitudinal Study.

ABSTRACT: Previous studies have shown that the transition from the University environment to remote learning impacted student mental health. Our study aimed to investigate the effects of university environment on anxiety and depressive symptoms in health sciences students. Students at the Technical University of Manabí, Ecuador, with 6-10 in-person semesters, who shifted to remote learning and then returned to face-to-face learning were selected. Students responded to the General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) and Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). In addition, questions regarding social interaction, physical exercise, mood and sleep habits were also asked. This longitudinal study tracked 323 students during the return to in-person classes and term end. The results showed similar rates of anxiety (

SUBMITTER: Siteneski A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11202480 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature