Articles Vol. 66 No. CĐ10-HNKH Trường ĐH Phenikaa 20/06/2025

2. SLEEP QUALITY, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY, AND STRESS AMONG MULTIDISCIPLINARY UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN VIETNAM: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Nguyen Chau Thanh1,2, Le Phan Khanh Huy1,2, Tran Ngoc Tran1,2, Hoang Lan Van1,2
1 Institute of Health Sciences, VinUni University
2 Viện Khoa học sức khoẻ, Trường Đại học VinUni
Corresponding author: 20thanh.nc@vinuni.edu.vn
DOI: 10.52163/yhc.v66iCD10.2605
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Sleep quality university students mental health
Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to assess the prevalence of poor sleep quality, anxiety, depression, and stress among university students.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 124 students from various majors at a private university in Hanoi. Data was collected via an anonymous online survey using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and Depression-Anxiety-Stress Scale (DASS-21). Descriptive statistics and chi-square, Fisher’s Exact, and Monte Carlo tests were used.

Results: Poor sleep quality was reported by 81.5% of students, higher than national and global averages. Symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress were found in 56.5%, 68.5%, and 36.3% of students, respectively.

Conclusion: The high prevalence of poor sleep and mental health symptoms highlight the need for comprehensive mental health support and interventions from the university.

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