AMMAN, Jordan: The rite of passage through university education into the professional world is one that for many students is fraught with tension. Psychological pressure to succeed, whether internally or externally induced, may have a seriously detrimental effect on a student’s well-being, leading to anxiety, depression and prolonged stress. A new study by researchers at the University of Jordan in Amman has shown that, while some students may seek physical activity and a healthy diet to redress their situation, some take a chemical route.