scholarly journals Stress level and sleep quality of nurses during the COVID-19 pandemic

Work ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Şebnem Bilgiç ◽  
Ülfiye Çelikkalp ◽  
Cem Mısırlı
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Family ◽  
Stress Levels

BACKGROUND: COVID-19 infection is transmitted easily and quickly, and nurses constitute the riskiest group of healthcare workers. Therefore, they may experience high levels of stress and sleep problems. OBJECTIVE: This study was conducted in order to evaluate the stress levels and sleep quality of nurses working during the COVID-19 pandemic. METHODS: The cross-sectional study was conducted with 316 nurses working in a pandemic hospital in a city center. A descriptive form, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) were used to collect data. RESULTS: A positive, moderately significant correlation was found between the average PSQI score of nurses and the average perceived stress score (p≤0.001). Multiple regressions determined that shift work, stress level, a coworker having COVID-19, being out of home due to the risk of transmission, and having a person older than 65 in the home were effective predictors of sleep quality (R2 = 33.5, p≤0.001). Age, years worked, fear of infecting the family with COVID-19, receiving COVID-19 education, regular nutrition, and sleep quality were effective predictors of stress level (R2 = 32.2, p≤0.001). CONCLUSION: It was determined that nurses have low sleep quality and high stress levels during the pandemic process.

scholarly journals Association between Perceived Stress and Rhinitis-Related Quality of Life: A Multicenter, Cross-Sectional Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (16) ◽  
pp. 3680
Author(s):  
Il Gyu Kong ◽  
Chae-Seo Rhee ◽  
Jung Woo Lee ◽  
Hyojin Yim ◽  
Min Jung Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Allergic Rhinitis ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Explanatory Power ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Common Chronic Disease

Allergic rhinitis (AR), a common chronic disease, impairs patients’ quality of life (QoL). This study aimed to determine the effect of perceived stress on disease-related QoL in AR patients. There were 741 patients from eight medical centers of the Allergic Rhinitis Cohort (ARCO) study. Data on sociodemographics, chronic conditions, AR severity, perceived stress level and Rhinoconjunctivitis QoL Questionnaire (RQLQ) results, and laboratory test findings were collected. The relationship between perceived stress and total RQLQ was analyzed using multiple linear regression. Potential confounding variables were adjusted. A high perceived stress level was associated with a high total RQLQ, which reflected worsening disease-related QoL. The high stress level was associated with an increased total RQLQ of 1.210 (95% confidence interval, 0.831–1.589; p < 0.0001) compared with the very low level. In the final model, the multiple regression-adjusted R2 for RQLQ in AR participants was 0.5279, and perceived stress levels contributed 4.08% in additional explanatory power to RQLQ in AR patients. In conclusion, perceived stress is a potentially modifiable risk factor for decreased disease-related QoL in patients with AR, which may be improved with stress management.

scholarly journals Perceived Stress in a Gender Perspective: A Survey in a Population of Unemployed Subjects of Southern Italy

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiara Costa ◽  
Giusi Briguglio ◽  
Stefania Mondello ◽  
Michele Teodoro ◽  
Manuela Pollicino ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Stressful Life Events ◽  
Transition Period ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stress And Health

Stressful life events, are differently handled by women and men. This study evaluates gender differences in perceived stress and health status among a sample of subjects going through a transition period from unemployment to work. This cross-sectional study enrolled 395 participants, 245 men (62%) and 150 (38%) women, between 19 and 67 years, that were going to be hired for a 6-month contract. Before being employed, all participants underwent a mandatory protocol consisting in a general medical check. Stress assessment was performed by using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS). Most of the participants (68%) showed normal to low perceived stress level. But dividing the sample by gender, out of the remaining 32% with medium to high stress level, 11% male subjects and 22.7% females reported high perceived stress values. We found mean PSS values that are overlapping with those in the general population of developed countries. This study does not suggest an association between perceived stress and health or social parameters. However, our results highlight that the female gender is associated with higher stress level, pointing out the relevance of specific and designed interventions in the context of health promotion programs, especially in order to mitigate stress in more susceptible subjects.

scholarly journals Investigation of the Relationship between Psychological Variables and Sleep Quality in Students of Medical Sciences

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Majid Najafi Kalyani ◽  
Nahid Jamshidi ◽  
Javad Salami ◽  
Elahe Pourjam
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Anxiety And Depression ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Psychological Variables ◽  
Stress Levels ◽  
The Relationship

Objectives. Students of medical sciences are exposed to many emotional and mental problems. In light of the importance of sleep quality in learning and liveliness, this study was conducted to examine the relationship between psychological variables (stress, anxiety, and depression) and sleep quality of students. Design. This research is a cross-sectional analytical study, where all students studying at Fasa University of Medical Sciences in 2012-2013 year were selected. To examine the students’ stress, anxiety, and depression values, the standardized 21-item DASS-21 was used, and to examine their sleep quality, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was used. Results. The results of the study demonstrated that 73% of the students have moderate and severe stress, and 46.4% of them have PSQ scores ≥ 5. The students’ mean sleep quality score was 4.65±2.37, and their stress score was 8.09±5.14. A statistically significant relationship was found between the students’ stress levels and sleep quality (P<0.001). Conclusion. The high stress levels decrease students’ sleep quality. High stress levels and also the significant relationship between stress value and decrease in students’ sleep quality call for more attention to and care for students’ emotional and mental issues and timely proper interference on the part of authorities.

scholarly journals AB0139 RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND SLEEP QUALITY

2021 ◽  
Vol 80 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. 1097.1-1097
Author(s):  
S. Rekik ◽  
L. Ben Ammar ◽  
S. Boussaid ◽  
S. Jemmali ◽  
E. Cheour ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Rheumatoid Arthritis ◽  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Sleep Problem ◽  
Sleep Problems ◽  
Symptomatic Treatment ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Impact

Background:Consequences of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are many and varied: physical, psycho-affective and financial.Objectives:The objective of our study is to evaluate the impact of RA on sleep quality.Methods:We conducted a cross-sectional study including 49 RA patients. An evaluation of sleep quality using the MOS-Sleep Scale was performed.Results:The mean age of patients was 54.1 years, with a female predominance (89.8%). The mean duration of RA was 11.43 ± 7.32 years with a mean time to diagnosis of 2.35 years. Rheumatoid factor was positive in 77.6% of cases. A atlanto-axial dislocation was found in 4.1% of cases and coxitis in 8.2% of cases. All patients were on symptomatic treatment, 57.1% of whom were on corticosteroid therapy. 83.67% of patients were on cs-DMARDs and 14.2% were on biologics. At inclusion, sleep was optimal in 63.2% of cases and the mean Sleep Problem Index was 26.19 ± 22.77.The index of sleep problems was higher in older subjects and in those with long diagnostic delays. The presence of co-morbidities and atlanto-axial dislocation and/or coxitis was associated with impaired sleep quality. Also, VAS pain and EGP were associated with an increase in the sleep problem index. In the multivariate study, EGP, the presence of co-morbidities and atlanto-axial dislocation and/or coxitis were the independent factors affecting sleep quality.Conclusion:The impact of RA on the patient’s quality of life and especially the quality of sleep is confirmed by several studies in the literature. A global management of the patient is necessary in order to adapt well to his disease.Disclosure of Interests:None declared

scholarly journals Caffeine consumption, intoxication, and stress among female university students: a cross-sectional study

2021 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Deemah A. AlAteeq ◽  
Razan Alotaibi ◽  
Raneem Al Saqer ◽  
Njoud Alharbi ◽  
Maram Alotaibi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Caffeine Consumption ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Dsm 5 ◽  
Stress Levels

Abstract Background University students use caffeine to cope with stress in spite of its adverse effects. The purpose of this study is to explore caffeine consumption among university students in Saudi Arabia, as well as its correlation with stress and caffeine intoxication. This cross-sectional study examined a convenience sample of 547 students at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU). A self-administrated questionnaire was used to assess caffeine consumption in milligrams per day, stress was assessed by the perceived stress scale (PSS), and caffeine intoxication was assessed using the DSM-5 criteria. Results The mean total caffeine consumption was 424.69 ± 385.31 mg/day. High levels of caffeine consumption were found among students of non-health colleges and students who were undiagnosed with psychiatric disorders (p values <0.040 and 0.027, respectively). A significant positive correlation was found between caffeine consumption and perceived stress (p<0.045). Only 13.26% of all participants fulfilled the DSM-5 criteria for caffeine use disorder. The majority of participants showed moderate and high stress levels (69.9% and 18.7%). Conclusion This study revealed high caffeine consumption and perceived stress levels among female undergraduate students with a significant positive association between them. The results emphasize the importance of educational campaigns about caffeine consumption and intoxication. They also encourage the development of stress management programs. Longitudinal studies need to be designed for evidence-based intervention.

scholarly journals Quality of Sleep among Portuguese Anaesthesiologists: A Cross-Sectional Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (10) ◽  
pp. 641
Author(s):  
Francisco Valente ◽  
Catarina Batista ◽  
Vânia Simões ◽  
Inês Tomé ◽  
Alexandre Carrilho
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Quality Index ◽  
Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Quality Of Sleep ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stress Scale ◽  
Factors Associated

Introduction: Sleeping is essential to maintain proper relationships with others, keep alertness, and execute responsibilities, among many other functions. In the medical profession, there are several studies linking sleep deprivation with a decrease in responsiveness, cognition and attention. With this study we intended to characterize the sleep pattern of Portuguese anaesthesiologists and identify independent factors associated with sleep quality in this population.Material and Methods: An observational, cross-sectional study of senior and resident anesthesiologists working in Portugal was carried out through an online questionnaire. Individuals working exclusively in intensive care units, emergency departments or with previously diagnosed sleep disorders were excluded. Socio-demographic data, Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, Epworth Sleepiness Scale and Perceived Stress Scale were applied. Statistical significance was assessed using the Mann-Whitney test and the chi-square test. A multivariable analysis was performed to examine the association between the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index and certain variables.Results: Among 256 respondents, 46.1% reported “poor” quality of sleep (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index > 5). Within these individuals, 77.1% slept less than 7 hours per night (p < 0.001). Excessive daytime sleepiness (Epworth Sleepiness Scale > 10) was present in 41.0% of the sample, and the median Perceived Stress Scale score was 17.0. The independent factors associated with worse quality ofsleep were the number of working hours/week (OR 1.03, 95% CI 1,01 to 1,06), perceived stress (OR 1.18, 95% CI 1.11 to 1.26), taking sleep medication (OR 14.72, 95% CI 5.55 to 39.08), and sleep hours/night (OR 0.25, 95% CI 0.15 to 0.42).Discussion: This fraction of Portuguese anaesthesiologists presented a poorer quality of sleep, with excessive daytime somnolence, perceived stress and higher sedative use compared to previously studied populations.Conclusion: Our study characterizes sleep patterns and identifies potential risk factors linked to sleep disturbances in a sample of Portuguese anaesthesiologists. Government and institutional policies can endorse sleep hygiene practices and habits, promoting healthier working environments.

scholarly journals Association between COVID-19 Pandemic Conditions and Perceived Stress Level among College Students in Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
pp. 429-436
Author(s):  
Shaimaa M. Ata ◽  
Manal Eltahir ◽  
Ahad Albadah ◽  
Hind Harun ◽  
Khames T. Alzahrani
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Perceived Stress Scale ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stress Scale ◽  
Stress Levels

Aims: To assess the levels of perceived stress among college students in Saudi Arabia after changing the learning protocols because of covid-19 pandemic. Study Design: This was a cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted in Saudi Arabia, from May 2020 to October 2021. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey study that was carried out in Saudi Arabia. A self-administered, pre-designed questionnaire, including Perceived Stress Scale of 10 items was used to measure the stress levels. The participants were selected randomly from different social media users  who lived and studied in Saudi Arabian universities.  In this study, 10-item questions of the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) was used based on a 5-point Likert scale to score each item (0 = Never 1 = Almost Never 2 = Sometimes 3 = Fairly Often 4 = Very Often). Results: A total of 2034 students living in Saudi Arabia participated in the study. The results showed that 76.84% of total participants had strong stress, males reported higher score as compared to their Female counterparts.  Also, students older than 28 years reported higher level of stress, the students in Qassim region showed highest scores of stress. In addition, excellent academic achievement was strongly associated with high level of stress. Conclusion: The findings suggest that significant number of students had higher stress levels using the perceived stress scale. Therefore, this cross-sectional study identified a high stress level in COVID-19 crisis among university students in Saudi Arabia.

scholarly journals Perceived Stress and Increased Food Consumption during the ‘Third Wave’ of the COVID-19 Pandemic in Spain

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (7) ◽  
pp. 2380
Author(s):  
Eduardo Sánchez-Sánchez ◽  
Jara Díaz-Jimenez ◽  
Ignacio Rosety ◽  
Maria José M. Alférez ◽  
Antonio Jesús Díaz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Consumption ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
High Stress ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Third Wave ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Stress Scale ◽  
The Third ◽  
Moderate Stress

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the mental health of people worldwide. An increase in perceived stress can lead to unhealthy behaviors such as increased food consumption. The aim of this study was to find the level of perceived stress and its relationship with increased food consumption during the “third wave” of the COVID-19 pandemic in Spain. This was a cross-sectional study that employed anonline self-reported frequency of consumption questionnaire and the Perceived Stress Scale-10. A total of 637 subjects participated and 83.6% of respondents had moderate or high stress—more prevalent in the female and young respondents. Moreover, 36.1% of respondents reported that they had increased the frequency of consumption of some foods, mainly nuts, snacks, and jellybeans, along with coffee, tea, cocoa, and soft drinks. Eating between meals was more pronounced in those with high stress (65.1%) than in those with moderate stress (40.4%) and low stress (20.2%). Furthermore, the respondents with high stress reported greater weight gain. Thus, the results show that the level of perceived stress during the ‘third wave’ of this pandemic increased food consumption.

scholarly journals Sleep Quality, Perceived Stress, and Caffeinated Drinks Intake in Psychiatry Residents: A Cross-Sectional Study

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-22 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carmen Concerto ◽  
Claudio Conti ◽  
Maria R. Muscatello ◽  
Maria S. Signorelli ◽  
Rocco Zoccali ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Psychiatry Residents ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

scholarly journals HUBUNGAN ANTARA TINGKAT STRES DENGAN KUALITAS TIDUR PADA WARGA BINAAN DI LEMBAGA PEMASYARAKATAN KLAS IIA YOGYAKARTA

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-33
Author(s):  
Dheska Arthyka Palifiana ◽  
Ratih Kumorojati
Keyword(s):  
Sleep Quality ◽  
Stress Level ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Class Ii ◽  
Women Prisoners ◽  
P Value ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
As Stress

Background: To have rest or to sleep is basic need that needed by everyone.  To have enough rest or sleep will make body functioned optimally. By sleeping people can restore or to rest the physical after whole day activities, it can reduce stress and anxiety. It also improve concentration and improve ability when doing daily activities. Factors that affect quality and quantity of sleep include ill, fatigue, environment, lifestyle, emotional stress, diet, smoking, stimulant, alcohol, and motivation. The stress level on assisted citizen of woman’s prisoner will be more severe than who are not in prison so as stress can be overcome then the quality of sleep becomes better. Objective:To know the correlation between stress levels and sleep quality on assisted people in woman Penitentiary class II A Yogyakarta. Methods: The research was conducted at women's prison class II A Yogyakarta.  Research population was 117 women prisoners. The sample was 50 women prisoners. Type of the research was descriptive analytic research with cross sectional design. Statistical analysis used chi square. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. Results: The stress level was mostly in high category as many as 17 respondents experienced stress (34%). Sleep quality of the respondents were mostly in bad category as many as 38 respondents (76%). There is a correlation between stress level and sleep quality on women prisoners in Penitentiary class II A Yogyakarta with p-value (0.033). Conclusion: There is a correlation between stress level and sleep quality on women prisoners in Penitentiary class II A Yogyakarta.   Keywords:Stress level, sleep quality, assisted people, penitentiary

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