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  • Medical Education
  • Student Health
  • Psychology

Background:

  • High distress rates among health professionals highlight the need to study student well-being.
  • Understanding factors influencing dental student wellness is crucial for academic support.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the self-perceived wellness of dental students.
  • To determine the relationship between wellness factors and demographic variables in dental students.

Main Methods:

  • An online questionnaire was administered to 334 dental students (first- through fourth-year).
  • Validated surveys measured perceived wellness, social support, and mental health.
  • Demographic data were collected and analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Over 80% of dental students reported positive well-being, self-worth, and social support.
  • First-year and single students reported less social support.
  • Parent students perceived wellness less favorably.
  • Hispanic and Asian students reported poorer mental health compared to white and African American students.

Conclusions:

  • While most dental students exhibit good well-being, specific demographic groups require targeted support.
  • Interventions promoting peer involvement and well-being programs are recommended, especially for at-risk student populations.
  • Addressing mental health disparities among diverse student groups is essential.