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Sleep Quality in Medical Students and its Association with Internet Usage- A Cross-Sectional Study
Manik Siroha1, Golda K Joy2, Ashwani Saini3
1Department of Psychiatry, SGT Hospital, Gurugram, Haryana, India.
Journal of Pharmacy & Bioallied Sciences
|September 30, 2024
Summary
Excessive internet use is linked to poor sleep quality in medical students. Limiting usage can improve sleep and overall health, emphasizing the need for balanced lifestyles.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Psychology
- Public Health
Background:
- Internet addiction is a growing concern among young adults, particularly students.
- Sleep quality is crucial for academic performance and overall well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between internet usage patterns and sleep quality.
- To assess the prevalence of internet addiction and its impact on sleep among undergraduate medical students.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional observational study involving 181 undergraduate medical students.
- Utilized self-administered questionnaires including sociodemographic data, lifestyle factors, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and the Internet Addiction Test (IAT).
- Statistical analysis performed using SPSS version 23.0.
Main Results:
- Students with moderate to severe internet addiction reported poorer sleep quality (mean PSQI score 6.76 ± 2.45).
- Increased internet addiction severity correlated significantly with poor sleep quality (22.45%, P < 0.01).
- Higher Internet Addiction Test scores were associated with increased occurrence of poor sleep quality (P < 0.05).
Conclusions:
- Excessive internet use is a significant factor contributing to poor sleep quality in medical students.
- Promoting mindful internet usage and balanced lifestyles is essential for mitigating negative health impacts.
- Encouraging participation in diverse activities can help reduce excessive screen time and improve well-being.
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