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Mental health determinants among university lecturers during pandemics: A cross-sectional study in Indonesia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: During pandemics, anxiety rose significantly among university lecturers. As they adapted to online learning, they were overwhelmed with materials to support students. This study aimed to analyze the factors influencing the mental health of university lecturers during pandemics. The study involved 92 university lecturers. Positive mental health scale (PMH-Scale), physical activity scale (IPAQ), and religiosity and spirituality scale (RSYS) were employed to assess mental health. The data were analyzed using Chi-square and binary logistic regression tests. Physical activity, spirituality, education level, teaching experience, and certification status were significantly linked to the mental health condition. The most influential factors were spirituality, education level, and certification status, which were associated with better well-being and had a significant impact on lecturers’ mental health during the pandemic. The findings of this study highlight the importance of spirituality in maintaining stable mental health during pandemics.

Source: Social Sciences & Humanities Open

DOI: 10.1016/j.ssaho.2025.101504

Authors: Wiwik Afridah, Fifi Khoirul Fitriyah, Yanesti Nuravianda Lestari, Nur Amin, Edza Aria Wikurendra

Institutions: Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Surabaya, State University of Semarang, Magyar Agrár- és Élettudományi Egyetem, Curtin University Sarawak, Curtin University

Language: English

Topic: COVID-19 and Mental Health

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,180