Highlights During the lockdown. Two thirds of university students reported at least ‘much’ increase in anxiety. One third in depressive feelings and. 2.59% an increase in suicidal thoughts. Major depression was present in 12.43%. Severe distress was present in 13.46%. Risk factors were:. Female sex. History of self-injury. History of suicidal attempts. Following studies of law, literature, pedagogics, political sciences and related studies as well as technical but not health sciences. Beliefs in conspiracy theories. Enjoyed acceptance ranging from 20 to 68%. Students of law, literature, pedagogics, political sciences and related studies manifested higher acceptance rates.