The impact of mental health on Higher Education academics: navigating burnout, innovation, and well-being.

Gonzo, Faithfull ORCID logoORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5514-1351 (2025) The impact of mental health on Higher Education academics: navigating burnout, innovation, and well-being. In: Mental health challenges in academia: stressors faced by students and faculty. IGI Global Scientific Publishing, pp. 245-268. ISBN 09798337309286

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Abstract

The mental health and well-being of students and academics in higher education have become pressing concerns, with increasing numbers of students seeking support. Factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, systemic racism, childhood trauma, and LGBTQ identity significantly contribute to students' mental distress, affecting academic performance and retention rates. Universities, despite efforts to provide counselling and peer support programs, struggle with resource limitations and persistent stigma surrounding mental health. Beyond students, academics also face severe mental health challenges due to heavy workloads, job insecurity, and emotional strain from supporting students. The competitive nature of academia exacerbates stress and burnout, impacting overall well-being. This chapter explores the drivers of mental health struggles in higher education, the impact of these challenges on academic success and career sustainability, and the role of institutional support. It concludes with recommendations for systemic changes to foster a more inclusive academic environment.

Item Type: Book Chapter or Section
Identifier: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0928-6.ch011
Keywords: Mental health, Students, Academics, Higher Education, Stress, Burnout
Subjects: Education > Higher education
Medicine and health > Mental health
Date Deposited: 20 Nov 2025
URI: https://repository.uwl.ac.uk/id/eprint/14292
Sustainable Development Goals: Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

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