Prevalence Of Psychological Stress Research Articles

The Prevalence of Psychological Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Among Medical Students During Their Study Period in Palestine

The Prevalence of Psychological Stress, Anxiety, and Depression Among Medical Students During Their Study Period in Palestine

Prevalence of Psychological Stress, Tension Type Headache and Altered Quality of Life in Medical Students: A Brief Review

Defining health entails a wide and integrated view of individuals that incorporates numerous interconnected social, psychological, and physical elements. Without a doubt, medical schools ensure that graduates are competent, skilled, and professional enough to meet society's expectations; nonetheless, numerous previous research have revealed a significant prevalence of self-reported psychological suffering among medical students. Although an ideal degree of stress is beneficial for pupils during academic tests, psychological suffering can impair academic achievement. Because psychological and physical pressures grow during the medical schedule, medical students get tension type headache at a higher rate than the general population. A few studies have also discovered a link between medical students' QoL and an increased risk of depression, burnout, and suicidal thoughts. The process of medical education in the medical learning environment can have negative effects on students' well-being in terms of physical and mental suffering, development of social relationships, and loss of energy. Keywords: psychological stress, tension type headache, sleep quality, medical students

Prevalence of Psychological Stress in Diabetes Mellitus and Factors Affecting it

Background: Diabetes Mellitus has become a global epidemic in the recent past. Psychological distress in people suffering from diabetes is quite significant as it contributes to disease-related burden. Objective: The aim of our study was to evaluate stress in diabetics and also correlate it with various factors for example age, gender, socio-economic status and presence of co-morbidities. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Settings: Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore Pakistan. Duration: Three months from August 01, 2020 to October 31, 2020. Methods: Using database (psychosocial and demographic) of 138 volunteers through PAID scale of diabetes, a cross-sectional study was performed in Pakistan. Results: Females (60%), those belonging to high and middle class (53.6% and 51.6% respectively), people with 3 (68.75%) and 4 (60%) co-morbidities and the ones aged 80-90 years and 20-30 years reported stress through PAID scale of Diabetes. Conclusion: Stressed diabetic patients need counselling and support of health care workers and their family in order to continue living their life without having diabetes having an impact on it.

The effect of open green space on the stress level of Bogor Botanical Garden visitors

Stress is a global phenomenon that has become a part of everyday life. Stress can be triggered by the presence of stressors. In Indonesia, the prevalence of psychological stress keeps increasing. This study aims to analyze the perceived restoration effect of green open parks on the stress levels of Bogor Botanical Gardens visitors. A survey of 100 visitors of Bogor Botanical Garden was conducted based on the Perceived Stress Scale. Data on respondent characteristics and stress levels were analyzed using descriptive analysis, the visitor's characteristics that affected their stress levels were analyzed using stepwise linear regression and analysis of variance, and the effect of having a garden and the proximity to open green space on the visitor's stress levels were identified using analysis of variance. The respondents who felt low, medium, and high-stress levels, were 22%, 73%, and 5% respectively. The majority of the respondents perceived Bogor Botanical Garden as restorative. Factors that significantly affect the stress level of respondents are age and purpose of visit. The older the respondent, the lower their stress level tends to be. Visitors who visit for exercise/health activities have significantly lower stress levels than for other visits. In this study, no significant relationship was found between garden ownership and proximity to green parks on the stress level of the respondents.

Prevalence of Psychological Stress among Undergraduate Medical Students in Southern District of Karnataka

Background: Medical students experience more stress because of the vast medical syllabus, immense academic workload, inter and intrapersonal issues and motivation-related hurdles, financial and personal reasons.Objectives: To assess the prevalence of stress and stressors among undergraduate medical students and to find thefactors affecting their levels of stress.Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted among Phase 1 to 3 medical students of Kodagu Institute of Medical Sciences, Madikeri, Karnataka for a period of 2 months. The data was collected using standard Medical Student Stressor Questionnaire and Perceived Stress Scale questionnaire. Results: Out of 386 students 16.6%,76.7% and 6.7% of the students were suffering from High, Moderate and Low stress respectively. Academic-related stressors were causing more stress and least by Drive and Desire Related Stressors. Medical students with >20 years of age group, females, final year students, and occupation of their father being doctor showed significant association with the level of stressConclusion: In our study, 93.3% of the students were suffering from stress. Academic-related stressors were the major causes of stress among medical students. Logistic regression analysis depicts that a significant association was present between the level of stress and female students, final year MBBS students

Peripheral muscle oxygenation and symptoms of stress in adolescents with and without temporomandibular disorder.

To compare peripheral muscle oxygenation levels and the prevalence of psychological stress in adolescents with and without temporomandibular disorder (TMD). A cross-sectional study was performed with adolescents submitted into two groups: those diagnosed with TMD (DG) and control (CG). Muscle oxygenation was measured by near-infrared spectroscopy in the masseter and upper trapezius muscles. Symptoms of stress were assessed by Lipp's Stress Symptom Inventory for Adults or Child Stress Scale. A Student t-test was used for intergroup comparisons and association between categorical variables by chi-square test, phi coefficient of correlation, odds ratio, and two-way ANOVA. Fifty-three adolescents were evaluated and a significant reduction was observed in the oxyhemoglobin level in the masseter muscle at rest (p = 0.04) and contraction (p = 0.02). A greater total hemoglobin level was found in the upper trapezius muscle at rest in DG (p = 0.03), with a significant difference in the tissue saturation index during contraction (p = 0.05) intergroup. Individuals in the DG were 4.523 times more likely to exhibit signs and symptoms of stress than in CG. Adolescents from DG showed reduced masseter oxyhemoglobin values at rest and during contraction and showed more signs and symptoms of stress than healthy controls. In the upper trapezius, DG showed higher values of total circulating hemoglobin, essential for greater blood flow and efficient maximum voluntary contraction. Changes in tissue oxygenation and stress in adolescents with TMD prompted the earlier treatment of this population to prevent disease progression into adulthood.

The prevalence of psychological stress in student populations during the COVID-19 epidemic: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Following the COVID-19 outbreak, psychological stress was particularly pronounced in the student population due to prolonged home isolation, online study, closed management, graduation, and employment pressures. The objective of this study is to identify the incidence of psychological stress reactions in student populations following a global outbreak and the associated influencing factors. Four English databases (Pubmed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science) and four Chinese biomedical databases (Chinese Biomedical Literature Database, VIP Database for Chinese Technical Periodicals, China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang) were searched in this study. We also retrieved other search engines manually. The search period was from the time of database creation to 10 March 2022. This study included cross-sectional studies related to psychological stress reactions in student populations during the COVID-19 epidemic. Three groups of researchers screened the retrieved studies and assessed the quality of the included studies using the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Cross-Sectional Study Quality Assessment Checklist. A random-effects model was used to analyze the prevalence of depression, anxiety, stress, and fear symptoms in the student population during the COVID-19 epidemic. Of the 146,330 records retrieved, we included 104 studies (n = 2,088,032). The quality of included studies was moderate. The prevalence of depressive symptoms in the student population during the epidemic was 32.0% (95% CI [28.0–37.0%]); anxiety symptoms was 28.0% (95% CI [24.0–32.0%]); stress symptoms was 31.0% (95% CI [23.0–39.0%]); and fear symptoms was 33.0% (95% CI [20.0–49.0%]). The prevalence differed by gender, epidemic stage, region, education stage, student major and assessment tool. The prevalence of psychological stress in the student population during the COVID-19 epidemic may be higher compared to the global prevalence of psychological stress. We need to alleviate psychological stress in the student population in a targeted manner to provide mental health services to safeguard the student population.

The Prevalence of Psychological Stress and Its Associated Factors among Secondary School Teachers in Samarahan and Asajaya District

A wide range of occupations have been associated with psychological stress, and the teaching profession has been considered as one of the most stressful jobs. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of psychological stress and its associated factors among secondary school teachers. A cross-sectional study was conducted among secondary school teachers in Samarahan and Asajaya districts using selfadministered questionnaires. The status of psychological stress was measured using the Malay version of DASS-21. The Teachers Stress Inventory was adapted to identify the psychosocial factors. The overall prevalence of psychological stress from this study was 19.5%. Out of 241 teachers, 9.1% had mild stress, 7.1% had moderate stress, and 3.3% had severe to very severe stress. The prevalence of psychological stress was significant among younger teachers, single, divorced or widowed, and those with the least household income. Among occupational factors, only the number of years of teaching experience has a significant relationship with psychological stress. The logistic regression analysis identified four significant elements associated with psychological stress, notably household income, anxiety, depression and time management. As a conclusion, the burden of psychological stress among school teachers can be associated with either individual factors or work-related factors. The responsibility in managing mental health among teachers does not only lie with the individual but at every level in the organisation. The surveillance systems for early detection of psychological stress can be implemented at the school level.

Prevalence and correlates of infertility related psychological stress in women with infertility: a cross-sectional hospital based survey

BackgroundPsychological stress is commonly found among infertile women. Untreated stress can affect negatively the success of infertility treatment. Most of the available knowledge is generated from developed countries and is largely based on women undergoing In vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. However, very little is known on infertile women from Ethiopia including other countries in East Africa. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of psychological stress and possible demographic-clinical correlates in Ethiopian women suffering from infertility.MethodThis cross sectional descriptive correlation study was conducted from May to August, 2021 involving 96 women undergoing a non-IVF treatment for infertility at Gandhi Memorial and Tikur Anbessa hospitals. The sampling was continuous and based on inclusion criteria that include infertility duration of a minimum one year, female sex and Ethiopian nationality. Data on Infertility related stress was collected using the Copenhagen Multi‐Centre Psychosocial Infertility-Fertility Problem Stress questionner administered by an interviewer. The socio demographic and clinical factors were collected using Amharic version of structured interviewer administered questionnaire and chart review. The analysis of relationship between infertility related stress and background variables was done with an independent sample t-test or one-way ANOVA statistics supplemented with effect size assessment.ResultsThe prevalence of infertility related stress was overall 92.71% (95% CI, 87–98%). The personal, marital, and social subdomain mean scores (SD) were 2.74 (.80), 1.54 (.81) and 1.90 (.80), respectively. Infertility related stress was higher for those women who were: aged above 35, living in a cohabitation marital type, has no living children, and with 4–6 years duration of infertility (all P < 0.05). Whereas, there was insufficient evidence to suggest that infertility related stress varies by education, income, knowledge of cause of infertility or history of past treatment (all P > 0.05).ConclusionsThe prevalence of psychological stress among Ethiopia women having infertility was very high. The results provide preliminary evidence that infertility related stress is associated with age, marital status, motherhood status and duration of infertility. Responsible bodies need to avail psychological screening and services prioritizing women at higher risk of developing stress.

The challenge of COVID-19 for adult men and women in the United States: disparities of psychological distress by gender and age

ObjectivesDuring the COVID-19 pandemic, the prevalence of psychological distress rose from 11% in 2019 to more than 40% in 2020. This study aims to examine the disparities among US adult men and women. Study designWe used 21 waves of cross-sectional data from the Household Pulse Survey that were collected between April and December 2020 for the study. The Household Pulse Survey was developed by the U.S. Census Bureau to document the social and economic impact of COVID-19. MethodsThe study population included four groups of adults: emerging adults (18–24 years); young adults (25–44 years); middle-aged adults (45–64 years); and older adults (65–88 years). Psychological distress was measured by their Generalized Anxiety Disorder score and the Patient Health Questionnaire. The prevalence of psychological stress was calculated using logistic models adjusted for socio-demographic variables including race/ethnicity, education, household income, and household structure. All descriptive and regression analysis considered survey weights. ResultsYounger age groups experienced higher prevalence of psychological distress than older age groups. Among emerging adults, the prevalence of anxiety (42.6%) and depression (39.5%) was more than twice as high as older adults who experienced prevalence of anxiety at 20% and depression at 16.6%. Gender differences were also more apparent in emerging adults. Women between 18 and 24 years reported higher differential rates of anxiety and depression than those with men (anxiety: 43.9% vs. 28.3%; depression: 33.3% vs. 24.9%). ConclusionUnderstanding the complex dynamics between COVID-19 and psychological distress has emerged as a public health priority. Mitigating the negative mental health consequences associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, for younger generations and females in particular, will require local efforts to rebuild capacity for social integration and social connection.

Psychological Stress and its Associated Factors among In-school Adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria

The study investigated psychological stress and its associated factors among in-school adolescents in Ibadan, Nigeria. This was a descriptive cross-sectional study that employed a multi-stage sampling to select and assess 400 students from ten secondary schools in Ibadan on their socio-demographic profile, knowledge, prevalence, coping mechanisms and associated factors of psychological stress. Brief-COPE and General Health questionnaires were adopted to assess the prevalence and coping mechanisms of psychological stress among the respondents. Findings revealed that more than half of the respondents (55.8%) had poor knowledge of psychological stress and only a few (6%) had a high level of being psychologically stressed among the in-school adolescents. The most common coping mechanism observed among the respondents was avoidance coping mechanism, specifically “going to the movies” (49.1%); and the factors significantly associated with the prevalence of psychological stress were school, family, physical factors, peer-pressure as well as romantic factors. Binary logistic regression analysis results showed that “Not supported by parents financially (OR: 2.681, 95% CI 1.0-7.1) and finding it difficult to keep up with school work (OR: 0.202, 95% CI 0.04-0.8)” was positively associated with the prevalence of psychological stress among in-school adolescents. The poor knowledge and prevalence of psychological stress observed among the in-school adolescents suggest constant sensitisations among students, parents, teachers and school counsellors

Prevalence of psychological stress and adopted coping strategies among healthcare workers in King Saud Medical City (KSMC)

AimsThe present study aims at investigating the level of stress among Saudi healthcare workers during COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, the present study sought to identify the coping strategies adopted by Saudi healthcare workers to alleviate the stress related to COVID-19 pandemic.MethodA descriptive cross-sectional study was performed in the period between September and November/2020. A sample of 381 healthcare workers (Physicians, nurses, and technicians) were recruited from King Saud Medical City (KSMC). Both Perceived Stress Scale-4 (PSS-4) and BRIEF-COPE scale were used to assess the levels of stress and the stress coping strategies, respectively. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the healthcare workers’ responses about the COVID-19 related stress and their adopted coping strategiesResultThe results of the study showed that there was a moderate to high level of COVID-19 related stress (11.64 ± 0.73) among the Saudi healthcare workers. In addition, it was found that planning (3.89 ± 0.61), positive reframing (3.69 ± 0.77), venting (3.39 ± 1.01), and emotional support (3.27 ± 0.63) were the most adopted coping strategies by the healthcare workers to overcome and reduce the stress levelsConclusionThe study concluded that both problem-focused and emotion-focused stress coping strategies were the most commonly adopted coping strategies among Saudi healthcare workers in KSMC. The study recommends increasing the number of the healthcare workers in the KSMC, in addition to increasing the healthcare workers’ knowledge, awareness and practice of the stress coping strategies, especially in crisis events, such as COVID-19 pandemic.

Common mental disorders among seasonal migrant farmworkers in Northwest Ethiopia

BackgroundSeasonal migrant farmworkers in Ethiopia are a vulnerable segment of the population facing numerous threats to their mental health. This research aimed to determine the magnitude of common mental disorders (CMDs) and its associated factors among seasonal migrant farmworkers in the northwest of Ethiopia.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted. A total of 950 seasonal migrant farmworkers were selected randomly. CMDs were assessed using the self-reporting questionnaire (SRQ-20) and a structured questionnaire was employed to collect the associated characteristics of socio-demographic data. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, bivariate, and multivariable binary logistic regression. The adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence level was used to declare a statistically significant association with CMDs.ResultsThe prevalence of CMDs was found to be 23.05% (219/950; 95% CI 20.47–25.84) among seasonal migrant farmworkers. The prevalence of psychological stress was 74.53% (708/950; 95% CI 71.65–77.20). Having a daily income below USD 5 (AOR = 1.53, 95% CI: 1.10–2.15), moderate perceived stress (AOR = 3.18, 95% CI: 1.18, 5.36), severe perceived stress (AOR = 16.15, 95% CI: 8.96, 29.11), and heat-related illness (AOR = 1.60, 95% CI: 1.11, 2.30) were associated with a higher likelihood of experiencing CMD. On the other hand, those seasonal migrant farmworkers who migrated for the first time (AOR = 0.38, 95% CI: 0.23–0.65) and those who received health related information (AOR = 0.60, 95% CI: 0.42, 0.85) were less likely to have CMDs.ConclusionIn this study, CMDs were found to be prevalent among seasonal migrant farmworkers. These findings highlight the importance of systematic development of community-based mental health services in combination with rural primary health care centers and an integrated approach to the health care of farmworkers such as screening, early identification, and treatment of CMDs of seasonal migrant farmworkers.

Status of mental health and its associated factors among the general populace of India during COVID-19 pandemic.

The COVID‐19 is an international public health emergency and threatens psychological resilience. Here we assess the general health status of the public in India during the COVID‐19 outbreak. A population‐based cross‐sectional study conducted using a General Health Questionnaire and the relationship between mental health and sociodemographic factors were analyzed. The mean score for the general health of citizens was 24.18. About 40.63% of the elderly and 40.18% of the female population was under severe physiological distress. The prevalence of psychological stress among the general population was higher than expected. Hence, there is a need to intensify awareness about the pandemic and should provide mental health management programs.

Psychological stress, smoking, and hazardous drinking behaviors in South Korea: findings from the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey

ABSTRACT Introduction: There is growing attention to mental health as a contributor to behavioral health in South Korea. We investigated the prevalence of psychological stress and its associations with cigarette smoking and drinking behaviors among a nationally representative sample of South Korean adults. Methods: Using data from 14,855 adults aged ≥19 years who participated in the 2013–2016 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES), we performed weighted logistic regression to examine the associations between stress and three binary outcome variables: cigarette smoking, heavy episodic drinking, and frequent drinking. Results: 27.2% of the participants reported high stress. Controlling for sociodemographic covariates, high stress was associated with 1.54 times the odds (p < .001) of being a smoker, 1.25 times the odds (p < .001) of being a heavy episodic drinker, and 1.23 times the odds (p < .001) of being a frequent drinker. There was evidence of effect modification by gender and occupation, such that the effects of stress on these behaviors were particularly stronger among women and pink-collar (service industry) workers (compared to men and white-collar workers). Conclusions: Future policies that aim to address smoking and drinking behaviors in South Korea should consider stress reduction and coping strategies, especially among women and pink-collar workers.

A Study of Psychological Impact of Recent Natural Disaster ‘Nisarg’ and Socio-Economic Factors Associated with It on People in Coastal Maharashtra

Background: Natural disasters are known to have prolonged psychological impact on the people who face them. In India where 60% of population depends on agriculture, such natural calamities cause great psychological stress along with economic loss. Identifying the factors associated with psychological morbidities will help in planning preventive measures to mitigate the burden of disease in such disaster-prone areas. &#x0D; Objectives: To assess prevalence of psychological stress, depression and anxiety among the individuals who faced ‘Nisarga’ cyclone and the socio-economic factors associated with it.&#x0D; Methods: A cross sectional study was done among the people of costal Maharashtra 2 months after severe cyclone Nisarga had hit the area. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire from a stratified random sample of people from various occupations. Data was analysed using SPSS 26 software.&#x0D; Result: It was observed that 75% of the study samples were extreme cases of anxiety, almost 60% had extremely severe depression and nearly half of the population had extremely severe stress Age severity of problem and financial loss were significantly associated with severity of depression anxiety and stress. In addition, Severity of Depression was associated with Gender, and severity of stress was significantly associated with type of family.&#x0D; Conclusion: Quick assessment of economic damage and rehabilitation will help in reducing severity of psychological depression, anxiety and stress among people facing natural disaster.

The Effect of Mindfulness Meditation on Lowering Stress Level in Medical Students

Event Abstract Back to Event The Effect of Mindfulness Meditation on Lowering Stress Level in Medical Students Dian Wulandari1*, Darmawati A. Indraswari2, Yosef Purwoko2 and Ainun R. Gumay2 1 Faculty of Medicine, Diponegoro University, Indonesia 2 Faculty of Medicine, Diponegoro University, Department of Physiology, Indonesia Background: Many studies have reported that the prevalence of psychological stress among medical students during education was high. However, there has not been an effective and efficient method to help medical students coping with stress in that particular situation. Mindfulness meditation has been practiced worldwide in any level of society on lowering stress. This study aims to determine the effect of mindfulness meditation on lowering stress level in medical students. Methods: This is an experimental study with pre- and post-test control group design. Thirty medical students of first year were included in the study were divided into two groups and filled the cognitive test anxiety scale (CTAS) and Hamilton anxiety rating scale (HARS) as the pretest. The intervention group of fifteen students did a mindfulness meditation program in fourteen days using meditation application in android/ios. While the control group of fifteen students did not do a mindfulness meditation program in fourteen days or any similar activities. Post-test for both groups were applied after the intervention with CTAS and HARS. The stress level were calculated using the T test and Wilcoxon test. Result: There was a significant decrease in both CTAS and HARS after doing mindfulness meditation in intervention group compared to before doing mindfulness meditation. Meanwhile there was not a significant decrease in both CTAS and HARS in control group. Conclusions: Mindfulness meditation helps lowering the stress level in medical students. Keywords: stress, mindfulness meditation, medical students, CTAS, HARS.

Study of association between psychological stress and depression among medical students in Mangalore

Background: Depression is common mental disorder and most prevalent condition worldwide. Medical education carries great burden of stress that can result in depression and it is an area of concern worldwide. The present study was aimed to assess the magnitude of depression among medical students and its association with psychological stress.Methods: Cross sectional study was conducted among medical students at an institution in Mangalore. Students from 1st to 4th years were included in the study, and the level of psychological stress and depression was assessed by using General Health Questionnaire (GHQ -12) and Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) scale respectively.Results: The prevalence of psychological stress and depression was 83.7% and 72.9% respectively. Among depressed students, 24.2% had mild mood disturbances followed by 21.1% had moderate depression. There was a strong association between psychological stress and depression.Conclusions: Depression is highly prevalent among medical students and most of them had symptoms of psychological stress, which was associated with depression.

Prevalence of persons contacting general practice for psychological stress in Denmark

Objective: The prevalence of psychological stress has previously been estimated based on self-reported questionnaires. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of persons who contact the general practitioner (GP) for psychological stress and to explore associations between psychological stress and characteristics relating to the patient, the GP, and area-specific socioeconomic factors.Design: Cross-sectional computer assisted journal audit.Setting: General practice in the Region of Southern Denmark.Subjects: Patients aged 18–65 years with a consultation during a six-month period that was classified with a stress-related diagnosis code.Main outcome measures: Six months prevalence of GP-assessed psychological stress and characteristics relating to the patient, the GP, and area-specific socioeconomic factors.Results: Fifty-six GPs (7% of the invited) identified 1066 patients considered to have psychological stress among 51,422 listed patients. Accordingly, a 2.1% six months prevalence of psychological stress was estimated; 69% of cases were women. High prevalence of psychological stress was associated with female sex, age 35–54 years, high education level and low population density in the municipality, but not with unemployment in the municipality or household income in the postal district. GP female sex and age <50 years, few GPs in the practice and few patients per GP were also associated with a higher prevalence of psychological stress.Conclusions: A total of 2% of the working-age population contacted the GP during a six-month period for psychological stress. The prevalence of psychological stress varies with age, sex and characteristics of both the regional area and the GP.Key points Psychological stress is a leading cause of days on sick leave, but its prevalence has been based on population surveys rather than on assessment by health care professionals. • This study found that during six months 2.1% of all working-age persons have at least one contact with the GP regarding psychological stress. • The six months prevalence of psychological stress was associated with patient age and sex, GP age and sex, practices’ number of GPs and patients per GP, and area education and urbanization level.

Prevalence of psychological stress, depression and anxiety among medical students in Egypt

Poor psychological health in medical students has been reported nationwide. This study estimated the prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress symptoms among medical students who were enrolled in a public university in Upper Egypt and determine the association of these morbidities with the students' basic socio-demographic variables. This cross-sectional study included 700 students. A self-administered, questionnaire for the socio-demographic characteristics, Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS 21) and Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) questionnaire were used for assessment. High frequencies of depression (65%), anxiety (73%) and stress (59.9%) were reported. Stress scores were significantly higher than depression and anxiety (P=0.001). 55.7% were poor sleepers. In univarate analysis, females, those living in the University campus/students' residence facility, in the preclinical years and with lower academic achievement had higher scores of DASS and PSQI compared to their comparative partners. Significant correlations were reported between stress with depression, anxiety and PQSI scores (P=0.0001). In multivariate analysis, stress scores were significantly associated with female sex, depression and anxiety scores. We conclude that depression, anxiety and stress symptoms are common in medical students of Assiut University relative to other schools and female gender was significantly correlated with these findings.