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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AMONG STUDENTS FROM A PRIVATE UNIVERSITY: A
11School of General Education and Foreign Languages, Anhui Institute of Information Technology, Wuhu, China.
Georgian Medical News
|October 23, 2024
Summary
Physical activity significantly impacts university students' mental health, influencing anxiety and depression levels. Promoting healthy lifestyles is crucial for student well-being and academic success.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Public Health
- Sports Science
Background:
- Depression and anxiety are significant public health concerns affecting college students.
- Student mental health is crucial for overall quality of life and academic performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the effects of physical activity on anxiety and depression in university students.
- To identify factors associated with mental health in the student population.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional, self-reported survey methodology with 2008 university students.
- Utilized GAD-7 for anxiety, PHQ-9 for depression, IPAQ for physical activity, and EAT-26 for eating attitudes.
- Data analyzed using SPSS, correlating demographic, lifestyle, and mental health variables.
Main Results:
- Mental health significantly associated with experiencing domestic/social violence, screen time, and eating disorders.
- Both low-intensity and high-intensity exercise showed significant associations with mental health.
- No significant correlation found between mental health and family structure or parental education/profession.
Conclusions:
- Physical activity is significantly associated with improved mental health in university students.
- Interventions to reduce anxiety and depression should emphasize the importance of physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
- Further research and support systems are needed to address mental health challenges in higher education.
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