The Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety and Stress and Their Associated Factors in College Students.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
; 17(19)2020 09 24.
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ABSTRACT
AIM:
To estimate the prevalence of symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress and associated factors in a population of college students.METHOD:
Cross-sectional study of psychological distress measured through the Depression, Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21) in a sample of 1074 college students.RESULTS:
We found a moderate prevalence of depression (18.4%), anxiety (23.6%) and stress (34.5%) symptoms in our study population. Being <21, having problematic Internet use behavior, smoking, presenting insomnia and having a low self-esteem were independently associated with symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. Being a woman, living with their family, having a stable partner, consuming alcohol frequently and having poor nutritional habits were significantly associated with symptoms of stress; lacking a stable partner was significantly associated with depressive symptoms; and frequent consumption of alcohol was significantly associated with symptoms of anxiety.CONCLUSION:
We found a moderate prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress symptoms in our population. Interventions aimed at promoting mental health among college students should be implemented.Palavras-chave
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Estresse Psicológico
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Universidades
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En
Ano de publicação:
2020
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