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<p>The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased levels of loneliness among young adults, which may significantly impact their ability to adapt to the university environment. Many young people have faced substantial difficulties adjusting to academic life during this period. However, self-control may play a critical role in youth development and positively influence academic adaptation. This study aims to analyze the role of loneliness, self-control, and experiences related to the COVID-19 pandemic in young adults’ academic adaptation to university. The sample consisted of 407 young adults aged 18 to 25. A structural equation model was employed to test the proposed model. Findings revealed a negative association between loneliness and academic adaptation, and a positive association between university-related experiences during lockdown and academic adaptation. Additionally, relationships with peers were positively related to the personal domains of adaptation. Conversely, deficits in self-control—particularly those linked to egocentricity and an explosive temperament—were negatively associated with academic and personal adaptation. The results underscore the importance of the quality of interpersonal relationships and individual characteristics in academic adjustment during the pandemic, offering valuable insights for interventions to promote successful university adaptation in times of crisis.</p>

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Loneliness, self-control and challenges of the COVID-19 experience in the academic adaptation of young adults

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    2025年8月20日

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  • Catarina Pinheiro Mota,
  • Mariana Ferreira

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The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased levels of loneliness among young adults, which may significantly impact their ability to adapt to the university environment. Many young people have faced substantial difficulties adjusting to academic life during this period. However, self-control may play a critical role in youth development and positively influence academic adaptation. This study aims to analyze the role of loneliness, self-control, and experiences related to the COVID-19 pandemic in young adults’ academic adaptation to university. The sample consisted of 407 young adults aged 18 to 25. A structural equation model was employed to test the proposed model. Findings revealed a negative association between loneliness and academic adaptation, and a positive association between university-related experiences during lockdown and academic adaptation. Additionally, relationships with peers were positively related to the personal domains of adaptation. Conversely, deficits in self-control—particularly those linked to egocentricity and an explosive temperament—were negatively associated with academic and personal adaptation. The results underscore the importance of the quality of interpersonal relationships and individual characteristics in academic adjustment during the pandemic, offering valuable insights for interventions to promote successful university adaptation in times of crisis.