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Stress-management program: intervention in nursing student performance anxiety

K L Godbey1, M M Courage

  • 1College of Nursing, University of Florida, Gainesville 32610-0187.

Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|June 1, 1994
PubMed
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An individualized stress-management program significantly improved nursing students' self-esteem, reduced anxiety and depression, and boosted grades, aiding academic retention.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Psychology
  • Student Well-being

Background:

  • Student anxiety and depression negatively impact academic performance.
  • Nursing students face unique academic and personal stressors.
  • Interventions are needed to support nursing student mental health and academic success.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of an individualized stress-management program for nursing students.
  • To assess the program's impact on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and academic performance.
  • To determine if the program improves student retention in nursing programs.

Main Methods:

  • A quasi-experimental longitudinal study with a control group.
  • Pretest, posttest, and follow-up assessments were conducted.

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  • Data were analyzed using t tests and analysis of variance (ANOVAS).

    • Main Results:

    • The 6-week program significantly increased self-esteem.
    • The program led to significant decreases in depression and anxiety.
    • Student grades improved, contributing to sufficient retention.

    Conclusions:

    • Individualized stress-management programs are effective for nursing students.
    • Targeted coping strategies enhance student mental health and academic outcomes.
    • Interventions positively influence nursing student retention and success.