Self-reported depression in first-year nursing students in relation to socio-demographic and educational factors: a nationwide cross-sectional study in Sweden

Christensson, Anna; Vaez, Marjan; Dickman, Paul W.; Runeson, Bo

doi:10.1007/s00127-010-0198-y

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“…Difference in age was not significantly associated with personal experience of mental health problems, in either of the four groups. This contrasts with previous studies in which age differences in prevalence of mental health problems have been found, specifically higher prevalence of mental illness in younger nurses (Morrissy et al, 2013;Arafa et al, 2003;Christensson et al, 2011;Lavoie-Tremblay et al, 2008;Ryan and Quayle, 1999;Letvak et al, 2013).…”

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Associations between Age, Years in Post, Years in the Profession and Personal Experience of Mental Health Problems in UK Mental Health Nurses

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Drey

Jones

2017

Issues in Mental Health Nursing

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Abstract:Nurses' own mental health is of paramount important, both in terms of patient safety and the sustainability of the workforce. Age, years in the profession, in post and personal experience or exposure to mental health problems are relevant to the mental health nursing workforce crisis in the UK.This study aimed to determine the relationship between age, years in the profession and post and self reported experience of mental health problems using an online cross sectional survey of 225 UK mental health nurses. Number of years in post was inversely correlated with overall experience of mental health problems, particularly living with someone else with mental health problems. Those with experience of living with someone with mental health problems had significantly fewer years of professional experience than those without. This paper discusses possible explanations for this phenomenon and makes the case for future research on the topic. 146 words

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Associations between Age, Years in Post, Years in the Profession and Personal Experience of Mental Health Problems in UK Mental Health Nurses

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Drey

Jones

2017

Issues in Mental Health Nursing

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“…The study showed that students with children are 3 times more likely to develop depressive symptoms than those without (OR 3.06 95% CI: 0.96 – 9.74). Other research evidence supports this finding [5,26]. It is evident that being a mother, bearing the responsibilities of motherhood along with those of academic pursuits may lead to exposure to prolonged stress [5,26].…”

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“…Other research evidence supports this finding [5,26]. It is evident that being a mother, bearing the responsibilities of motherhood along with those of academic pursuits may lead to exposure to prolonged stress [5,26]. Such demands, in conjunction with other stressful life events e.g.…”

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The prevalence and socio-demographic correlates of depressive symptoms among Cypriot university students: a cross-sectional descriptive co-relational study

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BackgroundPrevious findings in the literature suggest that the occurrence of depressive symptoms among university students is associated with specific socio-demographic characteristics. No related research studies have been conducted among university students in Cyprus. The current study aims to add more evidence to the literature by estimating the prevalence of clinical depressive symptoms and their association with individual, parental, academic and health-related behavior characteristics.MethodsA descriptive cross sectional study with internal comparison was performed. The occurrence of depressive symptoms was assessed by the Center for Epidemiology Studies - Depression Scale (CES-D). Clinical depressive symptoms were reported as CES-D values ≥ 20. The socio-demographic and other characteristics of the participants were assessed using a questionnaire specifically designed for the present study. Both questionnaires were completed anonymously and voluntarily by 1,500 students (29.9% males and 70.1% females, response rate 85%).ResultsThe prevalence of clinical depressive symptoms [CES-D score ≥ 20] was 27.9%. Among other, strong positive associations with clinical depressive symptoms were observed with a) positive personal and family history of depression (OR 2.85, 95% CI: 1.77 – 4.60), b) self -assessed poor physical and mental health (OR 11.30, 95% CI: 7.05 – 18.08). Moreover, students with learning disabilities, as well as those who were dissatisfied with the major under study, the quality of the educational system, the living arrangement, their social life and the available university facilities (OR 2.73, 95% CI: 2.00 – 3.72) were more likely to report clinical depressive symptoms.ConclusionsThe results of the present study highlight specific individual, parental, academic and health-related behavior characteristics of the students associated with the presence of depressive symptoms. Thus, targeted interventions considering the socio-demographic profile of vulnerable students for early recognition and manifestation of mental health disturbances may be designed. Moreover, the relatively high prevalence of clinical symptoms of depression within this particular cultural context may warrant further investigation in longitudinal studies.

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“…Cross-sectional studies have also been performed with nursing students, indicating that they are at high risk of developing psychological distress (Christensson, Vaez, Dickman, & Runeson, 2011;Jones & Johnston, 2000). Longitudinal studies have confirmed that nursing students' psychological distress increases significantly during their education (Christensson, Runeson, Dickman, & Vaez, 2010;Deary, Watson, & Hogston, 2003;Lo, 2002;Nerdrum, Rustoen, & Ronnestad, 2009;Watson et al, 2009).…”

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Psychological Distress in Norwegian Nurses and Teachers over Nine Years

Nerdrum

Geirdal

Høglend

2016

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Psychological distress have been found to be high and influence negatively nurses' and teachers' work. In this nine-year project, we present the first longitudinal study comparing psychological distress from 1467 students and young professionals in nursing and teaching. Psychological distress was measured with GHQ 12 at the start and the end of their studies and three and six years after graduation. Both descriptive statistics and estimated models were used to assess psychological distress over time. Psychological distress increased significantly in both groups during education. The reduction of psychological distress was significant among the nurses, and they clearly showed a "healthy worker effect" when coming into clinical work. The teachers had a small and non-significant reduction in the same period and did not show a positive effect after starting pedagogical work.

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Self-reported depression in first-year nursing students in relation to socio-demographic and educational factors: a nationwide cross-sectional study in Sweden

Cited by 48 publications

References 71 publications

Associations between Age, Years in Post, Years in the Profession and Personal Experience of Mental Health Problems in UK Mental Health Nurses

Associations between Age, Years in Post, Years in the Profession and Personal Experience of Mental Health Problems in UK Mental Health Nurses

The prevalence and socio-demographic correlates of depressive symptoms among Cypriot university students: a cross-sectional descriptive co-relational study

Psychological Distress in Norwegian Nurses and Teachers over Nine Years

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