Association: More Funding for Schools with High Poverty Rate - German Students Face Worsening Mental Health Crisis by 2025
A new study has revealed a growing mental health crisis among German students. By 2025, one in four reported feeling psychologically burdened, up from 21% the previous year. The Thuringian Teachers' Association is now pushing for urgent changes to support struggling pupils and schools.
The Robert Bosch Foundation's research highlights several factors behind the rise in student distress. Academic pressure, fears about the future, and exposure to upsetting news and social media content are key concerns. Students from low-income families appear particularly vulnerable.
The Thuringian Teachers' Association has blamed overcrowded curricula, high academic demands, and staff shortages for worsening the situation. The union stresses that these issues stem from political decisions, not teachers' actions. To address the problem, they are calling for more funding, especially in schools with high numbers of disadvantaged pupils. Better psychological and social support services in schools are also being demanded. The union wants expanded training for teachers and more opportunities for student involvement. High-quality teaching and greater pupil participation are seen as vital steps to improving mental well-being. While the study underlines the scale of the problem, it remains unclear how many German states have introduced concrete measures to tackle it.
The findings point to a clear need for targeted support in schools. Without additional resources and training, the mental health challenges facing students could continue to worsen. The union's proposals aim to ease pressure on pupils and staff alike.
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