ANU study finds link to poor NAPLAN results

Self-reported levels of depression are linked to worse NAPLAN results, a new study has found. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Teenagers who feel better about their lives perform better in NAPLAN, a new study by Australian National University researchers has found.

The study collected data from 3400 year 8 students in the ACT between 2016 and 2018. Students were asked about how often they experienced symptoms of depression and anxiety and about their general sense of wellbeing.