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[A comparative psychopathologic study of university students]
Actas Luso-Espanolas De Neurologia, Psiquiatria Y Ciencias Afines
|November 1, 1989
Summary
Medical students show higher psychopathology during exams compared to other fields, as measured by the Spanish General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28). This study highlights potential academic stress impacts on mental well-being in higher education.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Medical Education
- Public Health
Background:
- Student mental health is a growing concern.
- Academic pressure, especially during examinations, can significantly impact psychological well-being.
- The General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) is a widely used screening tool for detecting psychological distress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the psychometric properties of the Spanish version of the GHQ-28.
- To assess the mental health status of university students during an examination period.
- To compare the psychological well-being of medical students with students from other academic disciplines.
Main Methods:
- A sample of 50 university students was recruited during their examination period.
- The Spanish version of the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ-28) was administered.
- Descriptive statistics and comparative analyses were performed on the collected data.
Main Results:
- The mean total score on the GHQ-28 for the entire sample was 8.20.
- Medical students exhibited a higher mean total score (9.40) compared to students from other careers (7.00).
- Higher scores were observed across all scales of the GHQ-28 in medical students, indicating greater psychopathology.
Conclusions:
- The Spanish version of the GHQ-28 effectively identified psychological distress in university students.
- Medical students undergoing examination periods report significantly higher levels of psychopathology than their peers in other fields.
- These findings underscore the need for targeted mental health support for medical students facing academic stressors.