Associations of physical activity and sleep with mental health during and post-COVID-19 pandemic in chinese college students: a longitudinal cohort study

Comprehensive Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 139, P. 152591 - 152591

Published: March 14, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic seriously impacted people's lifestyles, leading to changes in physical activity, sleep and mental health. This study aimed assess the recovery of these indicators Chinese university students post-COVID-19 pandemic, explore association between lifestyle psychological problems. A two-wave longitudinal was conducted with 2,748 college Hebei, China. Self-report questionnaires measured variables (depression symptoms, anxiety perceived stress) 2022 2024. McNemar chi-square test compared differences two waves. Additionally, univariate multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed examine independent joint associations behaviors problems across this period. Proportion inactivity decreased from 22.5% 16.2%, poor quality reduced 18.3% 16.2% after (P < 0.05). Depression symptoms also improved 0.05), while stress remained high (64.5%). Compared consistently inactive students, those becoming physically active OR = 0.40, 0.34, 0.56) persistently 0.43, 0.38, 0.47) had symptoms. However, adjusting for confounders, activity health insignificant > Improved 0.42, 0.24, 0.42) good 0.20, 0.37) demonstrated a protective effect fully demographics socioeconomic status. found that persisted. Although period, its change not significantly associated adjustments. reductions depression levels, stress. These findings highlight importance post-pandemic need targeted interventions.

Language: Английский

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Loneliness and mental burden among German medical students during the fading COVID-19 pandemic: a mixed-methods approach

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: March 25, 2025

Introduction Medical students experience significantly more mental burdens compared to the general public. This circumstance was further exacerbated by pandemic, particularly with regard loneliness. While previous studies have identified risk factors for loneliness among of different subjects, recent data focusing on medical during late stages pandemic remain insufficient. study aims address this gap. Methods We performed a cross-sectional at German School, consisting two online surveys conducted in winter 2021/22 and summer 2022. The sample, composed 283 undergraduate (231 2022), answered five well-established scales measuring (R-UCLA3), distress (DT-NCCN), anxiety (GAD-2), depression (PHQ-2), perceived stress (PPS-4). Additionally, we evaluated burdensome aspects students' current situation through qualitative analysis. Longitudinal analyses were 80 who participated both surveys. Results Around 20% all responded each survey. In 2021/22, 55.1% reported above cut-off ( M = 5.77 [2.02]; decreasing 45.0% 2022 5.22 [1.90]). Lonely higher levels depression, anxiety, self-perceived survey periods. Overall increased substantially throughout our (Cohen's d −0.54). Binary regression models indicated shift factors: being single, levels, decreased motivation associated Lower peer connectedness emerged as sole significant factor pandemic-related burden lessened, issues related exam preparation lack organization faculty increased, varying depending year. Conclusion Our suggest that COVID-19 pandemic. However, other persisted high public students. Students' responses underscore need improved academic support eased program structure, counseling, tailored services years.

Language: Английский

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Psychometric validation of an Arabic translation of the Impact of Event Scale-6 (IES-6)

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 28, 2024

Background The Impact of Event Scale-6 (IES-6) is a reduced version the Scale – Revised, and has been developed to rapidly screen for PTSD. This study aimed psychometrically evaluate validate new Arabic translation − 6 on sample adults from general population Lebanon. Methods Participants (n = 601) were Arabic-speaking Lebanon who completed our IES–6, along with measures psychological distress death anxiety. Results Confirmatory Factor Analysis was performed showed that fit one-factor model IES–6 acceptable. Total scores found have adequate reliability (ω .94; α .94). Adequate patterns concurrent validity also demonstrated, IES-6 significantly positively correlating (r .41; p < .001) anxiety .53; .001). Finally, sex invariance established at configural, metric, scalar levels, females scoring higher than males. Conclusion Our suggests valid reliable assessment PTSD symptoms. availability this scale should help improve research effectiveness treatments.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and influencing factors of sleep disorders in medical students after the COVID-19 pandemic

BMC Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: July 30, 2024

Abstract Background The prevalence of sleep disorders among medical students was high during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, fewer studies have been conducted on after This study investigated and factors influencing Chinese COVID-19. Methods A total 1,194 were included in this from 9th to 12th July 2023. We used Self-administered scale collect demographic characteristics. In addition, we versions Self-rating Depression Scale (SDS), Anxiety (SAS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) assess subjects’ depression, anxiety, disorders, respectively. chi-square test binary logistic regression identify disorders. receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve utilized predictive value relevant variables for Results found 82.3%. According results, with depression 1.151 times more likely than those without (OR = 1.151, 95% CI 1.114 1.188). Doctoral 1.908 graduate undergraduate 1.908, 1.264 2.880). Conclusion is academic levels are risk Therefore, colleges administrators should pay attention Regular assessment essential.

Language: Английский

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Lifestyles and academic stress among health sciences students at the National University of Chimborazo, Ecuador: a longitudinal study

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Aug. 12, 2024

Background The significant changes experienced by university students in their training are inherent to educational processes. Social isolation caused the COVID-19 pandemic, online education and reopening of higher-education institutions produced substantial variations lifestyle health sciences generated academic stress perceived stress. This study was conducted at National University Chimborazo (UNACH), a public institution located Riobamba, central Ecuador, diverse student's population provided an ideal setting for examining interplay between stress, factors, learning modalities. research focused on across six programs. university's geographical position demographic characteristics offered representative sample investigating these factors within context changing. Aim To compare students' lifestyles two different periods: (1) during mandatory social confinement pandemic with modality (T1); (2) post-pandemic period return face-to-face activities (T2). Design An observational, analytical, quantitative, longitudinal study. Participants Students from programs (Nursing, Physiotherapy, Clinical Laboratory, Medicine, Dentistry, Psychology) Faculty Health Chimborazo-Ecuador ( n = 2,237) participated voluntarily, had one mean age M 21.31 (SD 2.36) T1 22.94 2.40) T2. Non-probability convenience sampling employed due accessibility student importance including maximum number relevant individuals population. Methods following instruments were used: Nola Pender's Lifestyle Profile Questionnaire, Cognitive Systemic Inventory Cohen's Perceived Stress Scale. Results In T2, reported high levels increased unhealthy classrooms. Additionally, upon returning (T2), score applied responses Questionnaire decreased 113.34 23.02) 107.2 29.70; p &lt; 0.001). There difference 0.001) [M 66.25 15.66)] T2 64.00 17.91)]. Conclusions Upon classrooms who “unhealthy” increased. Academic higher isolation.

Language: Английский

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Frequency of depressive symptoms and suicidal ideation among university students before and after the COVID-19 pandemic

Journal of Affective Disorders, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 369, P. 149 - 154

Published: Sept. 21, 2024

Language: Английский

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Prejudice and determinants regarding tuberculosis patients among medical students in Dalian, Northeast China: a cross-sectional study

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Jan. 10, 2024

Background Health workers play a central role in global tuberculosis (TB) elimination efforts. If medical students have prejudiced attitudes toward TB patients, this may make it difficult for them to provide effective health care patients their future roles as workers. There is currently no research on prejudice among China. This study aimed explore the current status of students’ against with and its associated predictors. Methods We conducted cross-sectional questionnaire survey at university Dalian, Liaoning Province, Northeast Multiple logistic regression analysis was employed determine predictive factors TB. Results More than half (57.23%) held prejudices individuals Multivariate revealed that not receiving education (OR: 2.12, 95% CI: 1.35–3.32), knowing person 2.52, 1.39–4.56), fear TB/TB 6.79, 4.36–10.56) were identified risk patients. Conversely, residing rural areas 0.60, 0.38–0.95), agreeableness 0.82, 0.73–0.92) emotional stability 0.90, 0.81–1.00) Big Five personality traits, better understanding knowledge 0.58, 0.38–0.89) protective factors. Conclusion In China, considerable number still exhibit Targeted interventions, such incorporating into core curriculum students, enhance stability, are needed. Furthermore, greater focus should be placed from urban backgrounds or those who harbor do know

Language: Английский

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Frequency of Depressive Symptoms and Suicidal Ideation Among University Students Before and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 16, 2024

Abstract Background The COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown have had negative effects on students’ mental health. However, little information is available regarding the frequencies of depressive symptoms suicidal ideation during post-pandemic period. We aimed to compare prevalence rates among university students, before versus after pandemic. Methods In this comparative study, 4464 students were recruited pre-COVID-19 period (2013-2020) 1768 post-COVID-19 (2022-2023). Standardized compared between two time periods. Adjusted logistic regression models used assess association (with as reference) ideation. Results Compared participants from pre-pandemic sample, sample higher standardized (40.6% vs 25.6%) (29.3% 21.1%). With adjustment for age, gender, campus, scholarship, past history depression suicide attempt, in experienced more (aOR, 1.89; 95% CI, 1.67-2.13) 1.46; 1.28-1.67) era. Limitations main limitations self-selection bias due potential over-reporting linked media coverage, well measures attempt across lifespan. Conclusions These findings reveal an alarming deterioration health Pending replications others countries, these results suggest that it crucial continue monitoring health, strengthening communication topic, reinforcing healthcare systems.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and influencing factors of sleep disorders in medical students after the COVID-19 pandemic

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 28, 2024

Abstract Background The prevalence of sleep disorders among medical students was high during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, there are fewer studies in after This study aimed to investigate and factors influencing Chinese COVID-19. Methods We enrolled 1194 students. Self-administered scale used collect demographic characteristics. Self-rating Depression Scale (SDS), Anxiety (SAS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) were assess subjects' depression, anxiety, disorders, respectively. chi-square test binary logistic regression identify that influence disorders. receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve predictive value relevant variables for Results found 82.3%. According results, with depression 1.151 times more likely have than those without (OR = 1.151, 95% CI 1.114 1.188). Doctoral 1.908 graduate undergraduate 1.908, 1.264 2.880). In addition, area under ROC is 0.689. Conclusion academic level risk Therefore, colleges administrators should pay attention Regular assessment extremely necessary.

Language: Английский

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Anxiety and Depression Disorders in Undergraduate Medical Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Integrative Literature Review (Preprint)

Published: Sept. 26, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered several challenges on the mental health worldwide. Undergraduate medical students face considerable stress in their academic routines. Thus, there is a need to explore implications of undergraduate during pandemic. To review global literature about anxiety and depression disorders we developed an integrative occurrence symptoms We assessed results severity using quantitative studies applying GAD-7 questionnaire for or PHQ-9 depression. reviewed 85 selected showed significant prevalence moderate severe with 28.2% participants presenting scores ≥ 10 38.9% PHQ-9. Statistical analyses revealed associations between higher rates developing countries data collected after lockdown period, 2020, at Pandemic lockdown. Our findings highlight specific interventions support students, critically crisis.

Language: Английский

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