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Analysis of Cognition, Protection, Psychological, and Job-search Intentions Among Medical and Nonmedical College

Xuan Long, Kai Sun, Kai Wang

    Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine
    |December 16, 2022
    PubMed

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    Medical students showed greater interest in COVID-19 news, while nonmedical students exhibited stronger preventive behaviors. The pandemic significantly impacted medical students' psychology and job prospects.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Epidemiology
    • Mental Health

    Background:

    • The COVID-19 pandemic, originating in late 2019, rapidly became a global health crisis.
    • Understanding the psychological impact on college students is crucial for educational institutions.
    • This study focuses on the mental health responses of Chinese college students during the COVID-19 outbreak.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare cognitive interest, preventive behaviors, psychological effects, and job-search intentions between nonmedical and medical students.
    • To identify differences in how the COVID-19 epidemic affects students from different academic backgrounds.
    • To inform targeted educational strategies for college students coping with pandemics.

    Main Methods:

    • A cross-sectional study was conducted using an anonymous online questionnaire.
    • 1648 college students (485 nonmedical, 1163 medical) from various Chinese provinces participated.
    • Data analysis involved descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests.

    Main Results:

    • Medical students demonstrated higher cognitive interest in COVID-19 and related topics.
    • Nonmedical students reported more proactive preventive behaviors compared to medical students.
    • COVID-19 significantly affected the mental health and job-search intentions of medical students more than nonmedical students.

    Conclusions:

    • Medical students were more engaged with COVID-19 information, but nonmedical students showed better protective actions.
    • The pandemic had a substantial influence on the psychological well-being and future career outlook of medical students.
    • Findings suggest tailored interventions are needed to support diverse student populations during health crises.
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