Assessing the relationship between lifestyle factors and mental health outcomes among Afghan university students

Q3 Psychology

Journal of Affective Disorders Reports Pub Date : 2024-07-01 DOI:10.1016/j.jadr.2024.100827

Ali Rahimi , Mohammad Faisal Wardak , Nasar Ahmad Shayan

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Abstract

Background

Lifestyle factors such as physical activity, diet, and sleep can impact university students' mental health. This study examined the associations between lifestyle and mental health among students at Herat University in Afghanistan.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted among 677 students selected through stratified random sampling. Participants completed a questionnaire on socio-demographics, physical health, dietary habits, and the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-42). Chi-square tests and logistic regression analyzed the relationships between lifestyle factors and DASS-42 scores.

Results

Poor perceived health and irregular breakfast consumption were associated with higher odds of depression and anxiety. Low vegetable intake also increases the odds of depression and anxiety. Studying non-medical fields and irregular sleep patterns were linked to higher stress levels.

Conclusion

Comprehensive health promotion and targeted interventions addressing dietary habits, sleep, and discipline-specific needs may improve the mental well-being of university students. A multidimensional approach is required to foster a healthy campus environment.

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评估生活方式因素与阿富汗大学生心理健康结果之间的关系

背景体育锻炼、饮食和睡眠等生活方式因素会影响大学生的心理健康。本研究调查了阿富汗赫拉特大学学生的生活方式与心理健康之间的关系。方法通过分层随机抽样的方式，对 677 名学生进行了横断面研究。参与者填写了一份关于社会人口统计学、身体健康、饮食习惯和抑郁焦虑压力量表（DASS-42）的问卷。通过卡方检验和逻辑回归分析了生活方式因素与 DASS-42 评分之间的关系。蔬菜摄入量低也会增加抑郁和焦虑的几率。结论针对饮食习惯、睡眠和特定学科需求的全面健康促进和有针对性的干预措施可改善大学生的心理健康。要营造健康的校园环境，需要采取多维度的方法。

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