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What Is Wellbeing? An Examination Of The World Health Organisation’S Definition Of Wellbeing In Australian University Students With Depressive Symptoms, Bevan John Nicholas
What Is Wellbeing? An Examination Of The World Health Organisation’S Definition Of Wellbeing In Australian University Students With Depressive Symptoms, Bevan John Nicholas
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In 2018, depression was ranked as the leading burden of disease worldwide, affecting 4.4% of the world’s population. One of the highest at-risk groups for depression is university students. In Australia, around 84% of university students report elevated levels of depressive symptoms, approximately three times higher than that of age matched peers in the general population. It is hypothesised that a dual focus of symptom prevention and wellbeing promotion may be the most effective way to reduce symptoms of depression. The World Health Organisation defines wellbeing as a state in which an individual can [1] realise their own potential, [2] …