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A M Angelone1, A Mattei, M Sbarbati
1Department of Internal Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of L'Aquila, Italy. annamaria.angelone@cc.univaq.it
Journal of Preventive Medicine and Hygiene
|March 27, 2012
Summary
Sleep problems are common in university students, with insomnia affecting over 26%. Older students, those with depression, and poor quality of life are at higher risk, impacting academic performance.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Psychology
- Medical Education
Background:
- University students exhibit poorer sleep quality compared to the general population.
- Sleep disturbances are linked to adverse health outcomes, mood disturbances, and diminished academic performance.
- Nursing students face unique challenges affecting their sleep patterns and overall well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To survey nursing students' nighttime and daytime habits.
- To estimate the prevalence of chronic insomnia and sleep disturbances.
- To identify correlates of sleep problems in this demographic.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 364 nursing students.
- The Sleep and Daytime Habits Questionnaire (S&DHQ) assessed sleep habits and academic progress.
- Anxiety and depression were evaluated using the Mental Health Inventory-5 (MHI-5).
Main Results:
- The overall prevalence of insomnia was 26.7%, increasing with age.
- Risk factors for insomnia included older age, headache, severe depression, and poor self-perceived quality of life.
- Poor sleep quality was associated with increased risk of unsatisfactory academic progress.
Conclusions:
- Sleep problems are highly prevalent among university students.
- There is a critical need to screen for sleep issues and identify at-risk students.
- Interventions targeting sleep health may improve academic outcomes in students.
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