The pressure on students has been extremely high for many years. Eight out of ten students experience anxiety and depression, and a quarter of students regularly feel tired of life, according to research by the RIVM and the Trimbos Institute. And that’s not surprising: with the housing shortage, rising student debt and the pressure to complete your studies as quickly as possible, student life is not easy.
What can you do if you are not feeling well?
You can talk to your study advisor about your study programme or schedule, or to a student psychologist about your personal problems. Some colleges and universities also have career coaches, student counselling services, or coaching to help you through your studies. You are not solely responsible for your well-being; your college or university must ensure that you can complete your studies as well as possible.
What does the LSVb do for student wellbeing?
The LSVb is committed to systematically improving student wellbeing. For example, we are committed to strengthening the financial position of students by advocating for a liveable internship allowance, a higher basic grant, and a reduction in interest rates on student loans. We are also committed to abolishing binding study advice and more student housing being built.