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Challenges University Students Face while Studying away from Hometown: A Cross-Sectional Study
Khalid E Medani1, Mohammed A Alqadhibi2, Abdullah M Almutairi2
1Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine Majmaah University, Almajmaah, Saudi Arabia.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|April 10, 2024
Summary
University students studying away from home face significant psychological, financial, and nutritional challenges. These issues, including homesickness and weight changes, impact their well-being and academic experience.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Nutrition Science
Background:
- Undergraduates relocating for higher education often encounter unique stressors.
- Transitioning to university life away from home can impact mental, financial, and physical health.
- Understanding these challenges is crucial for student support services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and analyze the psychological, financial, and nutritional challenges faced by undergraduates studying away from their hometowns.
- To investigate the relationship between these challenges and factors such as housing and distance from home.
- To provide data-driven insights for improving student welfare programs.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study design was employed, utilizing a survey questionnaire.
- Data were collected from 214 undergraduates between February and April 2021.
- Statistical analysis included Pearson's Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests using SPSS version 24.
Main Results:
- Significant associations were found between weight change and housing (P < 0.001) and distance (P < 0.001).
- Homesickness levels correlated significantly with housing (P < 0.001) and college distance (P < 0.001).
- Financial status showed a significant relationship with housing (P = 0.025), indicating interconnected challenges.
Conclusions:
- Undergraduates studying away from home experience substantial psychological (homesickness), financial, and nutritional (weight changes) difficulties.
- Housing and distance from home are significant factors influencing student well-being and challenges.
- Addressing these multifaceted issues is essential for supporting the holistic development of university students.
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