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For instance, low-spirited students exhibit more intense problematic shifts. 27% of low- spirited students feel a decline in their ability to learn in school since the COVID-19 pandemic compared to 16% of their high-spirited counterparts. 28% of low-spirited students report feeling lonelier or more isolated since the pandemic, contrasting with 17% of high- spirited students. Additionally, 21% of low-spirited students express struggling to engage with school or classmates in contrast to just 10% of high-spirited students.

Learning ability

Engagement with peers

Loneliness

I can tell my ability to learn in school has worsened since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Since the pandemic, I have felt lonelier or more isolated from others.

Since the pandemic, I’ve struggled to care about engaging with my school / classmates.

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Describes me somewhat

Describes me a lot

Describes me only a little

Does not describe me at all

Low-spirited students also showcase decreased engagement in school activities post- pandemic. Comparing the period before and after the pandemic, 40% of low-spirited students actively participate in more school activities. Parents of low-spirited students echo this sentiment, with only 27% noting increased participation in activities.

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