Biomechanical mechanisms of psychological stress and their implications for ideological and political education in higher education

Investigating the impact of psychological stress on the neural system from a biomechanical perspective has become a significant interdisciplinary research focus. Chronic psychological stress, through the interplay of endocrine and neural axes, profoundly affects cellular metabolism and neural plasticity. These biomechanical changes not only compromise the adaptive capacity of the neural system but also impair learning efficiency. In the post-pandemic era, heightened social pressures have exacerbated psychological burdens, further disrupting the development of students’ cognitive abilities. Research indicates that disruptions in circadian rhythms and a reduction in biomechanical stimulation within online learning environments contribute to the accumulation of chronic psychological stress, subsequently affecting the homeostatic regulation of neurotransmitters. Based on biomechanical principles, this study proposes that ideological and political education in higher education should prioritize students’ mental health by incorporating biomechanical intervention strategies—such as psychological stress monitoring, exercise interventions, and counseling—into online teaching environments. These measures aim to optimize neural adaptability, alleviate stress, and promote emotional regulation, thereby enhancing learning efficiency. This research offers a novel perspective on ideological and political education that integrates mental health considerations from a biomechanical standpoint and provides a theoretical foundation for the development of intelligent education support systems based on biomechanical principles.