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Student Well-Being
Introduction to Student Well-Being , Student well-being refers to a student’s ability to stay motivated, engaged, and mentally and physically healthy while navigating the demands of academic life. It is not just about being healthy and feeling well; it is about sustaining performance, protecting mental health, and continuing to develop in the face of academic and personal…, Study Demands and Study Resources, The Study Demands–Resources theory identifies two core dimensions within the student experience: study demands and study resources . However, student well-being is shaped by more than just the academic experience. Study, personal, and home-related demands and resources can interact in complex ways. Study demands Study Resources, Study Demands, Study demands are the physical, psychological, social, or organisational aspects of studying that require sustained mental, emotional, or physical effort and are therefore associated with certain physiological or psychological costs. They drive the energetic process, depleting energy and potentially leading to strain or exhaustion when excessive.…, Study Resources, Study resources are the physical, social, and organisational aspects of the study environment that help students achieve their goals, reduce study demands, and promote learning and development. They drive the motivational process, fostering engagement, well-being, and academic success. While some resources are naturally part of university life,…, Student Behaviours, Student well-being and the overall university experience are shaped by both the university and students’ behaviours - it is a shared responsibility. While the university provides support and resources, students also have accountability for how they navigate their studies. Some students respond proactively, adapting to challenges and leveraging…, Self-defeating Behaviours, In practical terms, self-defeating behaviours refer to maladaptive patterns that hinder students’ ability to cope with demands or access available resources. They are typically reactive, short-term oriented, and may result from feelings of helplessness, overload, or exhaustion. Self-defeating behaviours can also create additional demands and…, Proactive Behaviours, Proactive behaviours are actions that students intentionally take to improve their learning conditions, well-being, or performance. Students who engage in such behaviours often feel more motivated and in control of challenges. Proactive behaviour enables students to generate or access resources, manage stress, and initiate positive spirals of well…, Student Burnout and Engagement, The Study Demands–Resources theory explains student well-being through a health impairment and motivational process . The health-impairment process is triggered when a student’s demands exceed their available resources, leading to feelings of exhaustion, cynicism, and a lack of efficacy. However, when resources are available and well-aligned with…, Student Burnout, Student burnout is a state of prolonged stress that develops over time when a student’s study demands continuously exceed their available resources. It typically involves three interrelated components: Exhaustion occurs when students experience extreme mental, emotional, or physical fatigue due to continuous or excessively high study demands over…, Student Engagement, Student engagement is defined as a fulfilling state of mind related to study, where a student is motivated and actively involved in their study-related tasks and environment. Student engagement consists of three dimensions, namely: Vigour is characterised by high levels of energy and mental resilience while studying, demonstrating a willingness to…, Student Health, Beyond burnout and engagement, other health-related aspects of a student’s life are essential, including physical, mental, and emotional health. When students cultivate habits that protect and enhance these aspects of their lives, they are better equipped to navigate the challenges and opportunities of university life and flourish as students…, Student Outcomes, Performance Intention to drop out. , Performance, Academic performance is one of the most observable outcomes of the dynamic interplay between study demands, study resources, and student behaviours. Importantly, performance is not only about grades or completion rates, but also about the development of core academic competencies, critical thinking, and the ability to transfer learning across…, Intention to drop out, Students’ intention to discontinue their studies could be a significant indicator of compromised well-being. In line with the Study Demands–Resources theory, this intention often arises from prolonged experiences in which study demands exceed available resources. Over time, this can lead to the health-impairment process, in which the student…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/publications-student-well-being
Publications on Student Well-Being
, Welcome to the StudyWell publication page, This collection presents a series of research articles published by researchers in the StudyWell initiative. Publications Study Demands–Resources Theory: Understanding Student Well-Being in Higher Education Bakker, A. B., & Mostert, K. (2024). Study Demands–Resources Theory: Understanding Student Well-Being in Higher Education. Educational…http://commerce.nwu.ac.za/studywell/find-support
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