Global Crises Fuel Anxiety and Performance Drops in Students, Study Finds
COPSY Study: Crises heavily impact students - consequences: drops in performance and more conflicts at school
HAMBURG. War, terrorism, economic instability, climate crisis, societal division, and migration-related debates: All among us, the study shows.
2025-12-06T12:53:30+00:00
science, mental-health, finance, artificial-intelligence
A new study reveals that global crises and societal tensions are taking a heavy toll on young people’s mental health. The COPSY study, led by Dr. Ulrike Ravens-Sieberer of the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, highlights rising concerns among children and adolescents about war, terrorism, economic instability, and the climate crisis. Many also report increased anxiety, depression, and loneliness compared to pre-pandemic levels.
The latest wave of the COPSY study shows that 70% of young respondents fear wars, while 62% worry about terrorism. Economic uncertainty troubles 57%, and nearly half (49%) are anxious about the climate crisis. Societal division (56%) and immigration (51%) also weigh on their minds.
The findings underscore the growing mental health challenges among young people due to global and societal pressures. With many still experiencing loneliness, anxiety, and reduced well-being, the study highlights the need for targeted support. Family stability, social connections, and resilience-building measures could help mitigate these effects.
