RETRACTED ARTICLE: Changes in parameters of biochemical and oxidative stress in university students during and after examinations

Qteishat, Ahmed Al; Gabriyanchik, Mark A.

doi:10.1007/s12192-021-01221-5

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“…Psychological stress can also be reflected in changes in markers measured in the blood samples. Al Qteishat et al [ 2 ] observed that students under exam stress present significantly higher cortisol and adrenaline levels and intensification of lipid peroxidation one hour before and one hour after the exam compared to the control group. Malonic aldehyde, isolated double bonds, diene conjugates, ketodienes and conjugated trienes, reduced glutathione, and catalase were determined among oxidative stress markers.…”

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“…Stress is regarded as the response of the body to any physical or psychological challenges that disrupt homeostasis. This is expressed by several cognitive, emotional, and behavioural changes to address this challenge [ 1 , 2 ]. Whereas short-term stress can boost the immune system, long-term stress is deleterious to immune function and often leads to numerous physical and mental disorders, including infectious illnesses, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers [ 3 , 4 ].…”

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Salivary Morning Cortisol as a Potential Predictor for High Academic Stress Level in Dental Students: A Preliminary Study

Nijakowski

Gruszczyński

Łaganowski

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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Students experience different levels of acute and chronic stress during the academic year. Selected salivary biochemical parameters change as a result of stress. Our preliminary study aimed to indicate possible links between alterations in the salivary biochemical parameters (such as cortisol and total antioxidant status) and different accompanying stress levels in dental students during the academic year. The study group consisted of 20 volunteer dental students at the Poznan University of Medical Sciences—both genders, aged 20–26 years. Students were asked to fill in the electronic version of the author’s survey on experiencing and coping with stress. Samples of unstimulated saliva were collected in the morning and late evening at four-time points: in the middle of the academic year, during the examination period, at the beginning of the academic year, and in the middle of the following academic year, together with a determination of currently experienced stress on the Stress Numerical Rating Scale-11. According to the circadian rhythm of cortisol secretion, morning levels of the hormone in saliva were much higher than in the evening. In evening cortisol, significant differences were observed during the studied periods—the highest level was found at the beginning of the academic year. However, the morning cortisol concentrations correlated more strongly with the declared stress levels and showed better predictability for high-stress levels. Salivary morning cortisol could be a potential marker of academic stress levels. Further studies are needed on a larger group to confirm.

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Salivary Morning Cortisol as a Potential Predictor for High Academic Stress Level in Dental Students: A Preliminary Study

Nijakowski

Gruszczyński

Łaganowski

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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The Walking and Lifestyle Coaching (WALC) Program for University Students: A Pilot Study

Cole,

Corrales,

Stone

et al. 2024

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine

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Background: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the implementation of the 3-week Walking and Lifestyle Coaching (WALC) program with university college students to promote health behavior change and reduce chronic disease risk. Methods: During the 3-week WALC program, students received weekly peer health and wellness coaching while engaging in a 30-minute walk throughout campus. Each week, physical activity was directly measured using pedometers, and self-report physical activity behavior, steps, and daily reflections were reported using a self-monitoring journal. At baseline and follow-up, students completed biometrics screening, mental health questionnaires, and the Cooper 1.5 mile walk test to evaluate cardiovascular fitness. Results: A total of 35 college students participated in the WALC program. The mean daily steps number of steps during the WALC program was 6315 ( SD = 2073.16). Only 25/35 participants reported steps for the entire WALC program (71.43%). There was not a statistically significant difference in generalized anxiety, perceived stress, depression, quality of life, or self-compassion. There was a slight decline in body fat percentage, although not statistically significant. There was an average improvement of 89 seconds on the 1.5-mile walk/run test. Discussion: The WALC program was developed to be inclusive, feasible, and a mechanism to synergize campus resources to collaborate on behalf of student wellness. It is necessary for this program to be utilized on university campuses in diverse geographical regions (i.e., rural, urban, or suburban), with diverse students (i.e., racially, ethnically, gender-identity, and religious affiliation.), and with universities of all sizes and funding levels. Future research could consider the use of a control group as well as an online self-monitoring journal.

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Assessment of the Stress Level of Dentists Based on the Cortisol Content in Saliva

Lavrent'eva,

Makeeva,

Gevorkyan

et al. 2023

Actual Problems in Dentistry

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Aim. Based on the cortisol content in the oral fluid and the assessment of emotional stress, determine the stress level of dentists. Materials and methods. The group consisted of 25 healthy volunteers, dentists (8 men and 17 women aged 24 to 60 years) with various work experience. Participants filled in an adapted scale of the level of emotional stress before the start of the work shift. On the same day, oral fluid was collected to assess cortisol levels in the morning and evening. Results. There were no statistically significant differences in the level of emotional stress among dentists, depending on gender. The level of emotional stress in general increases with increasing work experience. With an experience of more than 20 years, emotional stress is significantly (p = 0.026) higher compared to colleagues who have been in the profession for less than 10 years, the indicator was 16.43 (±3.20) and 19.00 (±1.10) points, respectively. The level of evening cortisol in the oral fluid has a statistically significant relationship of noticeable strength with the level of emotional tension only in participants with a high level of tension (18–20 points). Conclusions. The level of emotional stress increases with increasing work experience as a dentist. To assess the level of stress, the level of evening cortisol is more indicative than in the morning, and the interpretation of the results should be carried out in conjunction with the assessment of emotional stress, as well as considering the somatic status of the subject.

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RETRACTED ARTICLE: Changes in parameters of biochemical and oxidative stress in university students during and after examinations

Cited by 4 publications

References 27 publications

Salivary Morning Cortisol as a Potential Predictor for High Academic Stress Level in Dental Students: A Preliminary Study

Salivary Morning Cortisol as a Potential Predictor for High Academic Stress Level in Dental Students: A Preliminary Study

The Walking and Lifestyle Coaching (WALC) Program for University Students: A Pilot Study

Assessment of the Stress Level of Dentists Based on the Cortisol Content in Saliva

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