Mental health and sleep habits during preclinical years of medical school

McKinley, Blake J.; Daines, Bryan; Allen, Mitchell; Pulsipher, Kayd J.; Zapata, Isain; Wilde, Benjamin

doi:10.1016/j.sleep.2022.09.001

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“…This is consistent with what was described in a study conducted in medical students in Saudi Arabia in a non-pandemic context, who found that the greater the amount of rest, the lower the prevalence of stress ( 84 ). Also, in American medical students in the context of the pandemic, an association was identified between the number of hours slept (7 h) and the lower level of stress ( 85 ). However, we found a study that evidenced bidirectionality between the variables (quality of sleep and stress) explaining that dealing with the COVID-19 infection, uncertainty about the pandemic, social confinement, and decreased physical activity make up a multifactorial origin that each of the variables share ( 86 ), variables that affect structures involved in the mechanisms of sleep regulation such as the hypothalamus-pituitary–adrenal axis and the immune system ( 87 ).…”

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Depression, anxiety, and stress in medical students in Peru: a cross-sectional study

Valladares-Garrido,

Quiroga-Castañeda,

Berrios-Villegas

et al. 2023

Front. Psychiatry

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ObjectiveTo determine the prevalence and factors associated with depressive, anxious, and stress symptoms in medical students in Peru, during the second pandemic wave of COVID-19.MethodsWe conducted an analytical cross-sectional study in 405 medical students from a university in northern Peru. The DASS-21 instrument was used to evaluate mental health outcomes (depression, anxiety, and stress), and to investigate their association with socio-educational characteristics.ResultsWe found a prevalence of depressive, anxious, and stress symptoms of 71.6% (95% CI: 66.94–75.95), 71.9% (95% CI: 67.2–76.2), and 62.7% (95% CI: 57.8–67.4); respectively. Students with eating behavior disorders had a higher prevalence of depressive symptoms (PR: 1.35), anxious symptoms (PR: 1.27), and stress symptoms (PR: 1.31). The prevalence of depressive symptoms (PR: 1.57), anxious symptoms (PR: 1.27), and stress symptoms (PR: 1.24) increased in students who did not report regular physical activity. In addition, having almost always academic exhaustion increased the prevalence of depressive symptoms (PR: 1.46), stress symptoms (PR: 1.72). On the contrary, the prevalence of depressive symptoms (PR: 0.79), anxious symptoms (PR: 0.73) and stress symptoms (PR: 0.82) decreased in male students. Students who reported sleeping 8 or more hours daily had a lower prevalence of stress symptoms (PR: 0.82).ConclusionSymptoms of depression and anxiety occurred in 7 out of 10 students, and stress in 6 out of 10. Among the factors associated with the presence of anxiety, depression, and stress were eating behavior disorder and not regularly exercising. Periodic evaluations of mental symptomatology are required and counseling should be promoted in medical schools.

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Depression, anxiety, and stress in medical students in Peru: a cross-sectional study

Valladares-Garrido,

Quiroga-Castañeda,

Berrios-Villegas

et al. 2023

Front. Psychiatry

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“…Moreover, Blake McKinley's study highlighted the signi icant impact of medical school on students' sleep habits and mental health indicators [21]. Insuf icient sleep, in luenced by academic demands, was associated with heightened levels of anxiety and depression, underscoring the importance of prioritising adequate sleep and mental health support within medical education [21]. These studies emphasize the multifaceted nature of factors in luencing HrQol in medical students, ranging from socioeconomic status, stress levels, family support, and sleep quality to academic demands and mental health indicators.…”

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Assessing the Factors Affecting Health-Related Quality of Life in Medical Students

Razouk

2024

RIJCMPH

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Background: Depression is a prevalent mental health concern among medical students, with signifi cant implications for Health-related Quality of Life (HrQol). Understanding the factors contributing to depression and their impact on HrQol is crucial for developing targeted interventions to support students’ well-being. Aim: This literature review aims to assess the impact of depression and other related factors on HrQol in medical students, exploring the prevalence, associated risk factors, and implications for overall well-being. Methodology: A comprehensive search was conducted on PubMed Central and Scopus databases, focusing on studies addressing depression, burnout, anxiety, and other factors infl uencing HrQol in medical students. Inclusion criteria were applied to select relevant articles, resulting in a fi nal selection of 15 articles for detailed analysis. Data extraction included study design, sample characteristics, methodology, results, and conclusions. Results: The review revealed a high prevalence of depression among medical students, particularly among female students and those facing socio-economic challenges. Factors associated with depression include gender, socioeconomic status, obesity, chronic diseases, addiction, and academic stress. Depression was found to signifi cantly impact HrQol, leading to lower mental health-related QoL scores compared to physical health scores. Other factors such as stress levels, family support, sleep quality, and academic demands also infl uenced HrQol outcomes among medical students. Conclusion: Addressing depression and its impact on HrQol is essential to promote the overall well-being of medical students. Tailored interventions targeting depression, stress management, family support, and sleep quality are crucial for improving HrQol and mitigating the adverse eff ects of mental health challenges in this population. Keywords: Academic performance; medical student; HRQOL; Health-related quality of life.

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Use of service and treatment adequacy in medical students and residents suffering from depression in France: A nationwide study

Vergeron,

Morvan,

Hadouiri

et al. 2024

Psychiatry Research

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Mental health and sleep habits during preclinical years of medical school

Cited by 3 publications

References 44 publications

Depression, anxiety, and stress in medical students in Peru: a cross-sectional study

Depression, anxiety, and stress in medical students in Peru: a cross-sectional study

Assessing the Factors Affecting Health-Related Quality of Life in Medical Students

Use of service and treatment adequacy in medical students and residents suffering from depression in France: A nationwide study

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