Association of chronic stress during studies with depressive symptoms 10 years later

Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(1)

Published: Jan. 18, 2025

Abstract The long-tern implications of stress during university for individuals’ mental health are not well understood so far. Hence, we aimed to examine the potential effect while studying at on depression in later life. We analysed data from two waves longitudinal Study Occupational Allergy Risks. Using ‘work overload’ and ‘proving oneself’ scales Trier Inventory Chronic Stress Patient Health Questionnaire-2 (PHQ-2), participants reported chronic (2007–2009, mean age 22.2 years, T1) depressive symptoms ten years (2017–2018, 31.6 T2). performed linear regression analyses explore association between (T1) (T2). Participants (N = 548, 59% female) indicated rather low levels (PHQ-2 score: 1.14 (range: 0–6)). observed evidence a overload T1 T2 (regression coefficient (B) 0.270; 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.131 0.409; standardised (β) 0.170). Our yielded an risk This finding underlines importance implementing sustainable preventive measures against among students.

Language: Английский

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Relationship between workplace violence, job satisfaction, and burnout among healthcare workers in mobile cabin hospitals in China: Effects of perceived stress and work environment

Preventive Medicine Reports, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 40, P. 102667 - 102667

Published: Feb. 28, 2024

Although workplace violence is prevalent in the healthcare system, relationship between violence, job satisfaction, and burnout among workers (HCWs) mobile cabin hospitals China during COVID-19 pandemic has not yet been investigated. This study analyzes mediating effects of perceived stress work environment burnout. A cross-sectional was conducted December 2022 on 1,199 frontline HCWs working Chongqing, China, pandemic. Multiple linear regression mediation analysis were performed. positive correlation observed (r = 0.420, P < 0.01) 0.524, 0.01), a negative with satisfaction -0.254, 0.01). The positively correlated 0.528, negatively -0.397, Job -0.300, Perceived plays significant role satisfaction. moderating effect To reduce HCWs, hospital administrators should focus reducing incidence from improving

Language: Английский

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Poor sleep quality and its associated factors among working adults during COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia

Cambridge Prisms Global Mental Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

Abstract Background In Malaysia, a nationwide movement control order (MCO), implemented to curb the COVID-19 spread, impacted on lives of working population which could impair sleep quality. Objective This study aims find quality status and its association with socioeconomic, employment lifestyle factors adults during MCO period. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted among 500 eligible adults. Data were collected using structured questionnaire consisting Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index. Results The proportion poor is found be 59.4%. Analysis shows that use electronic devices before (OR = 2.33, 95% CI 1.02–5.35, p -value 0.046), increased amount workload 0.45, 0.005), decreased in 0.48, 0.003) distracted while 0.57, 0.014) are significantly associated predictors Conclusion During crisis, there need for public health interventions adopt healthy lifestyle. Employers recommended support employees’ well-being provide workplace challenging times. Policy recommendations also made implement flexible arrangements, management, mental legal protections reasonable hours, rest breaks time off crises.

Language: Английский

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Test-retest reliability of the Arabic version of the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index

Medicine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 104(3), P. e41269 - e41269

Published: Jan. 17, 2025

This study aimed to assess the test-retest reliability and validity of Arabic version Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (A-PSQI), a 19-item sleep evaluation tool, in population medical students interns Saudi Arabia. Following 16-person pilot study, 202 participants completed 2 A-PSQI questionnaires with 2-week interval avoid carryover effect. Statistical analysis using RStudio included Cronbach alpha, Spearman rank correlation, intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC). The ICC results showed moderate strong correlations most PSQI components. “Sleep efficiency” component had lowest (0.460), while latency” highest (0.730). Overall, score is 0.694. Gender (sex assigned at birth) academic level no significant impact on scores. quality categories (poor quality, good acute disturbance) remained stable over time. demonstrates varying internal consistency across components, some displaying lower reliability. Nevertheless, it exhibits reliability, confirms stability time among interns. serves as final validation step set stage for large-scale research region. pioneering first investigation A-PSQI, addressing critical gap assessment tools tailored clinical practices Arabic-speaking communities. It follows pathway by previous studies validate this demographic, providing vital foundation more catered medicine region, targeting better reach overlooked monolinguals. These findings advance our understanding trainees contribute development culturally relevant tools.

Language: Английский

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Comparing the Effects of Adequate and Insufficient Sleep on the Mental Health, Behavioral Outcomes, and Daily Lives of South Korean Adolescents

Healthcare, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(5), P. 471 - 471

Published: Feb. 21, 2025

Background/Objectives: Adequate sleep is critical for adolescents' physical and mental health. However, academic demands lifestyle habits lead to insufficient among many adolescents. This study examined the relationship between patterns general characteristics, health behaviors, South Korean Methods: Data were obtained from Korea Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by Disease Control Prevention Agency, involving 21,283 students aged 13 18 years. Self-reported duration was categorized as adequate (8-10 h) or (less than 8 h on both weekdays weekends), 20 independent variables across demographic, socioeconomic, lifestyle, health-related behavioral, psychological factors analyzed. Multiple logistic regression analyses evaluate effects of sleep. Results: Insufficient more prevalent female (odds ratio [OR]: 2.064) older (OR: 16.588 Grade 12 vs. 7) associated with higher stress levels 4.338 almost always never), suicidal ideation 1.826), unhealthy behaviors such alcohol consumption 2.009), smoking 1.998), smartphone overdependence 2.313 severe normal). In contrast, adolescents reported greater happiness 4.167 very much not at all) better performance 1.377 high low). Conclusions: The findings show that significantly affects adolescent well-being, highlighting need tailored interventions increased societal awareness. Future research should explore mechanisms underlying gender differences weekday-weekend disparities enhance quality in this population.

Language: Английский

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Mental Health, Sleep, and Caffeine Intake Among Shift Workers in a Nationally Representative Sample of the Korean Adult Population

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 17(7), P. 1155 - 1155

Published: March 26, 2025

Caffeine, a widely consumed stimulant, affects sleep and mental health. Shift work disrupts the circadian rhythm has been associated with various health issues, such as depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation. This study explored associations between caffeine consumption, duration, outcomes, particularly ideation, among shift workers in Korea. Data from 6th Korea National Health Nutrition Examination Survey (2013, 2015), which comprised 4723 adults aged 19 older, were analyzed. Participants categorized into groups based on average daily coffee consumption patterns. Multiple logistic regression analyses conducted to determine impact of patterns outcomes. worked longer hours, reported higher perceived stress levels, slightly decreased duration increased. However, no significant differences observed depression or ideation across groups. Logistic analysis indicated trend towards risk increased intake, those who three more cups per day (OR 5.67, 95% CI 1.82-17.59). suggests complex relationship patterns, Although intake is hours stress, its influenced by occupational factors.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of anxiety and depression among university students in Southern Saudi Arabia based on a cross sectional survey

Scientific Reports, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(1)

Published: May 3, 2025

Students face more challenging conditions as they move forward with their education. As a result of these negative circumstances are vulnerable to mental disorders like anxiety and depression. Thus, the study's goal was determine symptoms depression among King Khalid University students in Saudi Arabia's southern region. A descriptive online institution-based cross-sectional survey design conducted for period 3 months from 20.12.2023 29.02.2024 assess university students. This study utilized Generalised Anxiety Disorder Scale (GAD-7 Scale) Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) depression, respectively. Multivariable logistic regression analysis Chi square performed significant associations between variables.Out 323 students, 176 (54.49%) were female, 147 (45.51%) male. Overall, there 43 (13%) depressed 32 (9.9%) symptoms. On PHQ Scale, eleven (3.4%) reported having severe (scoring 20 27). GAD-7 scale, 15 (4.6%) (score: 21) found have or extremely anxiety. In group, correlation discovered year (χ2 = 10.158, df 4, p 0.038) smoking habit 3.614, 1, 0.057). 18.920, 4 0.001), duration sleep per day (less than 6 h, 8 h) 10.816, 2 0.004) 4.253, 0.039). The association behaviors [OR 0.355; 95% CI 0.114-1.105, 0.074] food source (homemade food) 0.418; 0.174-1.002, 0.051] fell slightly short statistical significance. relation anxiety, 0.230; 0.049-1.084, 0.063] also showed an that approached but did not reach Even though this reports low prevalence incidence rate is high seen elsewhere, it nonetheless concerning. Promotion students' health needs be given priority by universities other higher education institutions.

Language: Английский

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Clinical insights: Anxiety levels and sleep quality among Hang Tuah Faculty of Medicine's class of 2017-2022 pre-clinical and clinical Students

Qanun Medika - Medical Journal Faculty of Medicine Muhammadiyah Surabaya, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 8(01)

Published: Jan. 9, 2024

Anxiety is a global psychiatric phenomenon, while poor sleep quality remains pressing public health issue. The arduous medical education journey exposes students to prolonged stress, potentially exacerbating anxiety and disturbances. This study investigates the correlation between in Hang Tuah Faculty of Medicine students, bridging pre-clinical clinical phases. Employing an analytical observational approach with cross-sectional design, this enrolled from (batches 2020, 2021, 2022) years DM45, DM46, DM47). Among 409 approached participants, 296 met inclusion criteria after excluding 113 samples. Data collection utilized online questionnaires acquired informed consent. Sleep was evaluated via Pittsburgh Quality Index, generating scores 0 21. showed significantly robust evidence association (p-value: 0.0001; r: 0.342) across both students. underscores direct relationship: elevated levels correspond diminished quality. Such findings resonate prevailing challenges their impact on students' mental physical well-being. Implementing targeted interventions crucial address these concerns. In conclusion, undeniable link among encompassing 2017 2022. implications are far-reaching, emphasizing necessity that enhance psychological well-being By recognizing addressing challenges, institutions can foster healthier academic environments better equip for careers.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence of anhedonia, anxiety, and their impact on food consumption among postgraduate Qassim University students

Frontiers in Nutrition, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11

Published: Oct. 31, 2024

A prevalent symptom of many mental health issues, such as depression, is anhedonia, which the inability to feel joy or pleasure. Tension-induced sensations, anxious thoughts, and bodily alterations are hallmarks anxiety. One known environmental factor that affects diet. In this implication, eating appetizing meals has been proposed reduce unpleasant feelings like worry. This study aimed indicate whether habits among postgraduate students related symptoms anhedonia and/or

Language: Английский

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The perception and association between depression and academic stress among female undergraduate nursing students: a cross-sectional study

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

Published: June 18, 2024

Introduction Academic demands and stressors put nursing students at increasing risk of depression. The aims the study examine perceived level depression academic stress investigate association between these variables among in Saudi Arabia. Methods A cross-sectional design was used this study. Data collected using subscale from DASS-21 scale Stress Inventory scale. Results total 237 participated Nursing normal to mild levels Students moderate all subscales, except for time management test which were high. All subscales had a positive statistically significant correlation with regression model explains 49.0% variance indicated that main predictor is studying group stress, followed by self-inflected year, sleep problem. mean score first year significantly different than other years. Discussion Nurse educators should facilitate formation teach about time-management, problem-solving, negotiation, coping strategies deal expectations demanding situations. Understanding causes, limiting exposure negative influences, seeking support as needed are important. To enhance quality sleep, maintain consistent schedule, while avoiding stimulating activities before bedtime. Future research focus on longitudinal such life, satisfaction teaching, others.

Language: Английский

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