Changes in network centrality of anxiety and depression symptoms associated with childhood trauma among Chinese college students

BMC Psychiatry, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 25(1)

Опубликована: Апрель 4, 2025

Childhood trauma is strongly linked to anxiety and depression, significantly increasing the risk of negative outcomes in adulthood. This study employed network analysis investigate complex interplay depression symptoms among Chinese college students, focusing on identifying core most directly affected by childhood those exerting greatest influence others. Data were collected from December 2020 January 2021 2,266 students at 16 institutions southwestern eastern coastal China. Depression, anxiety, assessed using Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7, Trauma Questionnaire-28, respectively. Separate symptom networks constructed for participants with without experiences. Central indices identify central within each network. The accuracy stability then evaluated. Finally, a comparison test was used analyze differences properties between non-trauma groups. Loss Energy Worry too much group, while anhedonia nervousness group. There significant difference global strength group (pFDR< 0.01), but no distribution edge weights two (pFDR =0.14). Anhedonia, Suicide ideation Feeling afraid showed increased centrality compared demonstrates profound impact students. Further research warranted specific pathways through which these develop, goal developing targeted interventions this vulnerable population.

Язык: Английский

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Association between microplastics exposure and depressive symptoms in college students

Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 295, С. 118142 - 118142

Опубликована: Апрель 1, 2025

Microplastics (MP) are pervasive environmental pollutants that have raised concerns regarding their potential health effects. However, limited studies investigated the relationship between MP exposure and depression, particularly in college students. Our study aims to examine association depressive symptoms A total of 1420 students from Jiangsu College Nursing, China, were included this cross-sectional study. Depressive assessed using Patient Health Questionnaire-2 (PHQ-2), was estimated based on daily airborne concentration drinking-water levels. Multivariate logistic regression models used estimate associations symptoms. The prevalence among 61.8 %. median (interquartile range) 17403.7 (14174.8-20995.9) particles/day. Airborne exhibited positive with symptoms, while no significant found Compared participants lowest quartile exposure, those highest had 38 % higher odds experiencing (odds ratio [OR] = 1.38, 95 CI: 1.21-1.57). When treated as a continuous variable, each 1000-particle increase associated 7.0 (OR 1.07, 1.04-1.10). Stratified analyses indicated stronger male freshmen. This suggests is contributing factor for

Язык: Английский

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Understanding the complex network of anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and smartphone addiction among college art students using network analysis

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 16

Опубликована: Март 4, 2025

Background This study employs a network analysis approach to explore the interconnections between anxiety, depression, and sleep problems smartphone addiction among college students using analysis, offering new perspective on these prevalent mental health issues. Methods A cross-sectional was conducted art at public university in province of Fujian, China. Data were collected Generalized Anxiety Disorder Scale-7, Patient Health Questionnaire-9, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Mobile Phone Addiction Index. The R package used for statistical information multi-stage sampling as well stratified sampling. Network utilized identify bivariate associations symptoms, core components, co-occurring patterns, key nodes within network. stability accuracy assessed bootstrap method, comparisons across subgroups based gender, residential condition, sibling status. Results included 2,057 participants. revealed uncontrollable worry most central symptom, with low energy excessive also identified symptoms Bridge such daytime dysfunction, self-harm or suicidal ideation, abnormal behavior speech, sensory fear found be critical linking problems. comorbid highlighted inefficiency loss control factors influencing health. No significant differences characteristics subgroups, suggesting universality structure. Conclusion delineates intricate problems, students, identifying symptomatic intersections their implications

Язык: Английский

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Prevalence and correlates of generalized anxiety disorder and subthreshold anxiety symptoms in south China: A network perspective

Journal of Affective Disorders, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 379, С. 232 - 240

Опубликована: Март 9, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Innovative Analysis of the Interconnected Network Structure Between Anxiety and Sleep Quality Among College Students

Psychology Research and Behavior Management, Год журнала: 2025, Номер Volume 18, С. 607 - 618

Опубликована: Март 1, 2025

A complex interplay exists between anxiety and sleep quality. However, there is a scarcity of network analysis studies examining this relationship, particularly among college students. Previous research has relied on sum scores from scales, which fails to capture the nuanced, symptom-level associations This limitation impedes comprehensive understanding their interactions. Thus, objective study was address gap by employing explore quality within student population. Network conducted association students identify bridge items Anxiety assessed via Self-Rating Scale (SAS), Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). The structure revealed 47 significant "Subjective quality", "daytime dysfunction", "panic", "dizziness", "fatigue" "sleep disorder" had higher EI values in network. dysfunction" highest BEI respective communities. From perspective, identified pathways pathological correlations It also "subjective 'sleep disturbance' may be potential targets for intervention anxiety-sleep disorder comorbidity. In future, psychologists medical professionals adopt appropriate interventions based centrality index bridging indicators effectively reduce comorbidity disorders

Язык: Английский

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How Cultural Backgrounds Affect Perceived Restorativeness of Campus Outdoor Spaces: A Pilot Study in China’s Multi-Ethnic Region

Land, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 14(4), С. 679 - 679

Опубликована: Март 23, 2025

Enhancing the psychological well-being of college students through campus environment design is crucial, particularly in multi-ethnic regions where students’ restoration perceptions may be shaped by their cultural backgrounds. This study investigated impact four types outdoor spaces on restorative Xinjiang, China’s region, employing interviews and questionnaires. The results indicated that green blue had highest potential. Ethnicity significantly influenced perceived restoration, with Uyghur exhibiting higher gray compared to Han students. were more closely associated displays social support, they sensitive spatial environmental details. Furthermore, demonstrated during reading activities, while benefited from contemplative activities. In conclusion, should take into account ethnic differences behavioral habits meet diverse needs. offers targeted guidance for optimizing environments emphasizing integration elements create a multicultural supportive landscape atmosphere.

Язык: Английский

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Here for You: A Co-Designed Mental Health Screening App for Indian University Students – A Pilot Study on Feasibility, Validity, and User Engagement (Preprint)

Опубликована: Апрель 7, 2025

Mental health disorders are a growing public concern among university students globally and in India, exacerbated by stigma limited access to care. Mobile (mHealth) apps offer potential solution, but user engagement cultural relevance remain challenges. This pilot study evaluates "Here for You," mental screening app co-developed with Indian provide accessible, non-stigmatizing support. aimed to: (1) Describe the user-centered co-development testing process of You" app; (2) Evaluate app's feasibility, acceptability, within target population; (3) Assess concurrent validity tool (DASS-21) against established clinical measures (HAM-D, HAM-A, PSS). The employed four-phase, user-centred design involving lived experience, clinicians, developers. A purposive sample 30 (mean age 21±1.8 years, 50% female) diagnosed depression, anxiety, or stress participated. Participants completed Depression, Anxiety, Stress Scales-21 via underwent assessments using HAM-D, PSS scales. User experience was evaluated App Rating Scale (UMARS) qualitative feedback. Data analysis included Pearson correlations thematic analysis. App-based DASS-21 scores showed strong clinician-administered scales: HAM-D (r=0.819, p<0.001), HAM-A (r=0.887, (r=0.972, indicating high validity. received usability ratings UMARS score 4.4/5), particularly functionality (4.7/5) aesthetics (4.5/5). Qualitative feedback highlighted enhanced privacy due features like "Quick Exit," resonance, desire integrated support features. co-design directly addressed student concerns, implementing simplified language crisis links. demonstrates validity, acceptability app, participatory approach students. By integrating rigor, ethical safeguards adherence DPDP guidelines, offers culturally resonant scalable model digital low-resource settings. underscores value "nothing about us without us" principle developing effective mHealth interventions.

Язык: Английский

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The more self-control, the more anxious?— A network analysis study of the relationship between self-control and psychological anxiety among Chinese university students

BMC Psychology, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12(1)

Опубликована: Ноя. 12, 2024

With the growing prevalence of anxiety symptoms among university students, self-control is an important potential influence. This study aims to understand network structure and anxiety, identify core within this network. It will provide a theoretical basis for prevention intervention in students. We used analysis 3,792 students from six schools Heilongjiang Province, China. checked linear connections networks using restricted cubic spline. conducted analyses made graphs R software. (i) The total sample showed that higher levels were associated with lower validated by restrictive (ii) There was strongest negative correlation (edge weight = -0.42) between Without thinking (SC7) Panic (A5), edge coefficients component greater than those other components. (iii) Physical exertion (A6) Scared (A7) identified as overall network, expected influence 1.08 (Z-score). (iv) A significant difference observed positive structure, Iron (SC3) Breathing difficulty (A2) 0.22), Certain things (SC2) Situations (A4) -0.35). (v) had only one rural two edges not child present offered new perspective on relationship first time. control concept influencing Heterogeneity tendency more self-controlled be anxious sample. These results may target preventing intervening

Язык: Английский

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Examining Anxiety and Insomnia in Internship Students and Their Association with Internet Gaming Disorder

Journal of Clinical Medicine, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 13(14), С. 4054 - 4054

Опубликована: Июль 11, 2024

Background: Internships are a mandatory graduation requirement to help medical students transition the work environment. Some individuals prone anxiety in an unfamiliar environment, which is public concern among young adults. Here, we investigated mechanism between internet gaming disorder and insomnia internship students. Methods: A convenient sample of 267 was collected cross-sectional study module 17 July 27 December 2022. The survey contained 7-item Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD-7), Athens Insomnia Scale (AIS), Internet Gaming Scale—Short-Form (IGDS9-SF). association estimated using Pearson’s correlations, network analysis performed characterize these associations. Results: Our results indicate that about 60% participants exhibited mild severe insomnia, while 2.28% showed symptoms disorder. Also, found moderate insomnia. An item-level indicated GAD_1 “feeling anxious” GAD_5 “unable sit still” essential for gaming, GAD_2 “uncontrollable worrying” crucial This interplay items, supported by our centrality analysis, where depicted high centrality. Conclusions: We rates selected At same time, low could be attributed lack time entertainment increased awareness its risks. Given findings, risk should emphasized.

Язык: Английский

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Comparative analysis of visual-thermal perceptions and emotional responses in outdoor open spaces: Impacts of look-up vs. look-forward viewing perspectives

International Journal of Biometeorology, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 68(11), С. 2373 - 2385

Опубликована: Авг. 17, 2024

Язык: Английский

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