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| Open Access | The Interplay of Personality Architecture, Lifestyle Triads, And Mental Health Resilience: A Multi-Dimensional Analysis of Academic Burnout and Psychological Well-Being in Global University Populations
Olivia Harper , Department of Psychological Sciences, University of Edinburgh, United KingdomAbstract
The contemporary academic landscape presents a multifaceted challenge to student well-being, characterized by an intricate interplay between internal personality structures and external lifestyle choices. This research article explores the "Lifestyle Triad"-comprising stress levels, dietary habits, and exercise patterns-and its correlation with the Big Five personality traits, academic burnout, and broader mental health outcomes including depression and anxiety. Drawing upon a comprehensive synthesis of psychological theories, such as the Conservation of Resources (COR) theory and Dynamic Self-Regulatory models, this study investigates how traits like Neuroticism and Conscientiousness influence resource depletion and academic motivation. Furthermore, the article examines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of children, adolescents, and university students in low- and middle-income countries, highlighting the persistent stigma surrounding mental health literacy. By integrating perspectives from clinical psychology, sports medicine, and educational measurement, the research identifies a significant literature gap regarding the moderating role of organizational and social support in mitigating "Dark Triad" behaviors and counterproductive academic conduct. The findings suggest that a holistic, preventive mental health approach, focusing on lifestyle modification and personality-aware crisis support, is essential for fostering academic resilience and reducing the global burden of student psychological distress.
Keywords
Big Five Personality Traits, Academic Burnout, Lifestyle Triad, Mental Health Stigma
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