2023
DOI: 10.20944/preprints202306.1542.v1
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Sleep Quality and Fatigue During Exam Periods in University Students: Prevalence and Associated Factors

Abstract: The aim of our study was to assess university students’ sleep quality and fatigue before and during the academic exam period and identify potential associated factors. A Web-based survey was completed by 940 students of 20 different Tertiary Institutions including demographics, sleep habits, exercise, caffeine, tobacco, alcohol use, subjective sleep quality (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index - PSQI) and fatigue (Fatigue severity scale – FSS) at the beginning of semester and at examination peri… Show more

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“…Additionally, a study found that poor socioeconomic status increases the risk of developing sleep disorders (25). Risky behaviors such as lack of physical activity (26), smoking (27) and regular alcohol consumption (17) are common among university students and contribute to poor sleep quality in this population. Academic stress has also been identified as a significant factor associated with poor sleep quality among university students.…”
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confidence: 99%
“…Additionally, a study found that poor socioeconomic status increases the risk of developing sleep disorders (25). Risky behaviors such as lack of physical activity (26), smoking (27) and regular alcohol consumption (17) are common among university students and contribute to poor sleep quality in this population. Academic stress has also been identified as a significant factor associated with poor sleep quality among university students.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%