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Exploring the Associations between Autistic Traits, Sleep Quality and Well-Being in University Students: A Narrative
Devangi Lunia1, Andrew P Smith1
1Centre for Occupational and Health Psychology, School of Psychology, Cardiff University, 63 Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3AS, UK.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|October 25, 2024
Summary
Research on autistic traits and the broader autism phenotype in university students is limited, especially concerning sleep quality and well-being. Future studies need larger samples and multivariate analysis to explore these connections.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Public Health
Background:
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) research is expanding, but the impact of autistic traits and the broader autism phenotype (BAP) on university students' well-being and sleep quality remains under-researched.
- Existing literature highlights a gap in understanding how these traits influence the mental health and sleep patterns of higher education students.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct a narrative review of current research on autistic traits, BAP, sleep quality, and well-being in university students.
- To identify critical areas for future research and methodological improvements in this field.
Main Methods:
- A narrative review of existing scientific literature.
- Identification of key factors influencing the relationship between autistic traits, sleep, and well-being.
Main Results:
- The review confirms a need for more research into the specific impacts of autistic traits and BAP on university students' sleep and well-being.
- Identified influencing factors include gender, age, culture, and digital habits (internet/smartphone use).
Conclusions:
- Further research is essential to understand the complex interplay between autistic traits, sleep quality, and well-being in university students.
- Future studies should employ larger sample sizes, validated measures for autistic traits, and advanced multivariate analysis to yield robust findings.
Keywords:
ADHDanxietyautistic traitsbroader autism phenotypedepressionsleep qualityuniversity studentswell-beingMore Related Videos
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