Prevalence of Generalised Anxiety Disorders Among Clinical Training Students at the University of Sharjah

Abstract

Introduction: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of anxiety among clinical training students. Despite the existence of interventions that address anxieties, lack of data on the size of the problem, especially in the Middle East where mental health stigmatized, means that outcomesmay not be maximized. Materials and Methods: Our study was cross-sectional survey of the University of Sharjah (UOS), the United Arab Emirates students undergoing clinical training in health sciences. The participants were selected from all the three UOS campuses: medical and science colleges; women's colleges; and men's colleges. A sample of 219 clinical training students were randomly sent an electronic link to participate on an online survey. The study received ethical approval from the UOS Research Ethics Committee number is REC-20-03-04-02-S. Results: The mean score for state anxiety was 47.24±1.31 and the mean score for trait anxiety was 46.82±1.21. These scores indicated a high level of anxiety among students undertaking clinical training. Overall, 63% of the sample were classified as having high state anxiety, and 62% had high trait anxiety. Conclusion: This study shows clinical training students experience high levels of state and trait anxiety. It is necessary to address this issue to improve the conditions and circumstances for students entering clinical training. It may also be necessary to implement strategies to enable students with anxiety to perform well in clinical training.

Attitude of Syrian students toward GAD patients: An online cross-sectional study

“…About 25% of GAD cases develop at 20 years of age, and 50% of cases have an onset between 20 and 47 years ( 9 ). Studies show a high prevalence of GAD among students ( 10 , 11 ), particularly those working in the healthcare field, such as physicians, dentists, and nurses ( 12 – 14 ). Although the exact etiology of GAD is still unknown, studies show that its etiology is multifactorial, including genetic, environmental, and biological factors such as the disturbance of neurotransmitters ( 15 ).…”

Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise on Anxiety Among Male Nursing Students Undergoing Maternity Clinical Training

“…Faculty and students must work together to create realistic strategies to help male student nurses prevent, minimize, or resolve psychological harm ( Otim et al, 2021 ). Using relaxation techniques, students’ academic stress can be alleviated ( Manansingh et al, 2019 ).…”

Effect of Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercise on Anxiety Reduction Among Nursing Students During Their Initial Clinical Training: A Quasi-Experimental Study

“… 11 According to study, extreme levels of anxiety can have adverse effect on learning and clinical accomplishment of medical students. 8 This stress and anxiety might be ascribed to challenges in clinical practice as well as a scarcity of professional work experience. 12 …”

“…13,14 Faculty and students must work together to create practical techniques to help nursing students avoid, minimize, or resolve psychological harm. 8 Relaxation techniques can help students cope with academic stress. 15 According to some studies, the PMR exercise should be used across all of nursing courses to encourage greater satisfaction and positive outlooks.…”

“…4,5 Students in clinical training have significant levels of anxiety. [6][7][8][9] Previous study described that nursing students in Indonesia faced stress and anxiety through clinical care. 5 A Malaysian study revealed that clinical assignments were the leading source of anxiety among nursing students.…”