Common mental health problems and associated factors among medical students of University of Ibadan, Nigeria

Nwachukwu, C. E.; Olufunmilayo, Edward O.; Otor, Victor O.; Yakubu, Aliu O.; Akingbade, Akintoba E.; Odefemi, Ogooluwatan F.; Ikwunne, B. N.; Kowe, Toluwalope F.; Morakinyo, Oreoluwa E.; Oyebamiji, Tunde A.; Adebayo, Ayodeji Matthew; Abdulmalik, Jibril

doi:10.1080/09638237.2021.1875404

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“…In Nigeria, the prevalence of depression in a community sample from Oyo state was found to be 5.2% [68], while the prevalence rates of depressive and anxiety disorders from Ebonyi state were 70% and 85.3%, respectively [69]. Among Nigerian medical students from the University of Ibadan, the prevalence of anxiety and depression was 26.5% and 10.1%, respectively [70]; from Enugu State University of Science and Technology, the prevalence of anxiety disorders was 14.3% [71]. In a nationally representative sample of South African adults between 2002 and 2004, 4.9% suffered from major depressive disorder and 8.1% suffered from any anxiety disorder [72].…”

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Mental Health during the COVID-19 Crisis in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Chen

Naderi

Dong

et al. 2021

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We aim to provide a systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence rates of mental health symptoms among major African populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. We include articles from PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and medRxiv between 1 February 2020 and 6 February 2021, and pooled data using random-effects meta-analyses. We identify 28 studies and 32 independent samples from 12 African countries with a total of 15,071 participants. The pooled prevalence of anxiety was 37% in 27 studies, of depression was 45% in 24 studies, and of insomnia was 28% in 9 studies. The pooled prevalence rates of anxiety, depression, and insomnia in North Africa (44%, 55%, and 31%, respectively) are higher than those in Sub-Saharan Africa (31%, 30%, and 24%, respectively). We find (a) a scarcity of studies in several African countries with a high number of COVID-19 cases; (b) high heterogeneity among the studies; (c) the extent and pattern of prevalence of mental health symptoms in Africa is high and differs from elsewhere—more African adults suffer from depression rather than anxiety and insomnia during COVID 19 compared to adult populations in other countries/regions. Hence, our findings carry crucial implications and impact future research to enable evidence-based medicine in Africa.

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Mental Health during the COVID-19 Crisis in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Naderi

Dong

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“…Mental disorders account for a large proportion of the disease burden in young people globally (Nwachukwu et al., 2021). Most mental disorders begin during adolescence/youth (12–24 years of age), and three‐quarters of all lifetime mental disorders emerge before the age of 25 (Tabor, Patalay, & Bann, 2021).…”

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Prevalence and associated factors of depression and anxiety symptoms among college students: a systematic review and meta‐analysis

Zhao

Chen

et al. 2022

Child Psychology Psychiatry

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Background To evaluate the global prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms among college students and potential associated factors. Methods PubMed and Web of Science were searched from their inception to March 28, 2021. Random‐effects models were used to calculate the pooled prevalence of depression and anxiety. Subgroup analyses were conducted to explore potential heterogeneity. Egger’s and Begg’s test were used to assess publication bias. Results A total of 64 studies with 100,187 individuals were included in the present meta‐analysis. The pooled prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms among college students was 33.6% (95% confidence interval [CI] 29.3%–37.8%) and 39.0% (95% CI, 34.6%–43.4%), respectively. The highest prevalence of depression symptoms was found in Africa region (40.1%, 95% CI 12.3–67.9%), lower middle‐income countries (42.5%, 95% CI 28.6–56.3%), and medical college students (39.4%, 95% CI 29.3–49.6%). For the prevalence of anxiety symptoms, the highest was observed in North America (48.3%, 95% CI 37.4–59.2%), lower middle‐income countries (54.2%, 95% CI 35.0–73.4%), medical college students (47.1%, 95% CI 35.1–59.1%) and identified by Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) (49.1%, 95% CI 31.0–43.0%). Besides, the prevalence of depression symptoms (35.9%, 95% CI 20.2–51.7%) and anxiety symptoms (40.7%, 95% CI 39.5–42.0%) was higher in studies conducted after the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID‐19) outbreak. Conclusions Our study suggests that a lot of college students experience depression and anxiety symptoms and clarifies factors that are related to these mental disorders. Effective prevention and intervention strategies for mental disorders should be developed among college students.

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“…University life marks a transitional period for students, during which some leave home for the first time, losing the parental supervision and family social support they had been accustomed to; a transition which by itself could result in psychosocial distress ( Beiter et al , 2015 ). Furthermore, students in higher institutions of learning are exposed to internal and external pressure to perform well academically and succeed despite increased academic and course workload requiring self-directed learning with effective time management skills ( Othman, Ahmad, El Morr, & Ritvo, 2019 ; Nwachukwu et al, 2021 ). Students who hold part-time or full-time jobs while completing their studies can be predisposed to experiencing psychological stress due to the exigencies of balancing the demands of school and work ( Carney, McNeish & McColl, 2005 ; Steinberg & Dornbusch, 1991 ).…”

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Psychosocial Impact of Covid-19 on Students at Institutions of Higher Learning

Akin-Odanye

Kaninjing

Ndip

et al. 2021

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Students at higher institutions of learning are more susceptible to psychosocial problems compared to the general public. These may further be exacerbated by the measures put in place to curb the spread of COVID-19. This mixed methods study examined the factors associated with the psychosocial impact of COVID-19 on students’ financial stability, interpersonal relationships and worries related to achieving academic milestones. Data comprised of a series of closed and open-ended questions collected via Qualtrics from students in the United States and Africa (Central and West). The quantitative data were analyzed using frequency counts, percentages and chi-square, while the qualitative data was analyzed using thematic content analysis. More than 90% of the students resided in the United States, 72.5% were females and 78.4% were undergraduates. Financial hardship was experienced by 26.4% of the students, 55.8% indicated that COVID-19 negatively affected their relationship with friends and over 40% worried over delays in achieving academic milestones. Continent of residence, employment status and financial hardship were significantly associated with the negative impact of COVID-19 on one or more of the students’ relationships and with worries about achieving academic milestones. Qualitative data support the findings that financial hardship contributed to experience of psychological distress by students. It also revealed negative (compromised relationships – broken or fractured relationships and loneliness) and positive (bonding) impact of COVID-19 on interpersonal relationships. School administrators should provide students with resources to access economic relief packages and tele-counseling services to help meet their financial and psychosocial support needs amidst COVID-19. Article visualizations:<img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0734/a.php" alt="Hit counter" />

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Common mental health problems and associated factors among medical students of University of Ibadan, Nigeria

Cited by 7 publications

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Mental Health during the COVID-19 Crisis in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Mental Health during the COVID-19 Crisis in Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Prevalence and associated factors of depression and anxiety symptoms among college students: a systematic review and meta‐analysis

Psychosocial Impact of Covid-19 on Students at Institutions of Higher Learning

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