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Title: | The prevalence of selected symptoms and probable risk factors of anxiety among medical undergraduates of the Faculty of Medicine, Peradeniya |
Authors: | Kulathunga, M.M. Thennakoon, S. Rajapaksha, T. Kelum, G.K.C. Kishorkumar, A. Kolamunne, K.N.S. Kularathna, G.M.V.D. Kulasingha, A.D.S. Kulathilaka, W.K. Rajapaksha, R.W.M.D. Kuruwita, K.A.P.R. Jamtsho, Y. Pradhan, U. |
Keywords: | prevalence of selected symptoms |
Issue Date: | 2016 |
Publisher: | Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka |
Citation: | Proceedings of the 25th Anniversary International Scientific Conference. Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya; 2016: 130 |
Abstract: | BACKGROUND: It is believed that Medical Faculties have stressful conditions that often exert a negative effect on academic performance and physical and psychological well-being of the undergraduates, which can lead to anxiety. Persistent anxiety would cause anxiety disorders. It is important to know most prevalent risk factors and symptoms of anxiety. OBJECTIVES: To describe the prevalence of selected symptoms and probable risk factors of anxiety among medical undergraduates. METHODS: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted among undergraduates of Faculty of Medicine Peradeniya. Data pertaining to the previous one month period was collected by self-administered questionnaires. RESULTS: Most prevalent symptoms were poor concentration (88.82%), irritability (85.23%) and bad temper (81.54%). Least reported symptoms were erectile dysfunction (1.4%), difficulty in breathing (16.57%) and feeling of chest tightness (16.77%). The prevalence of probable risk factors ranging from highest to lowest were, heavy academic workload (44.71%), fear about upcoming examinations (35.53%), inability to cope well with language during academic work (26.35%). fear of consequences of using alcohol and illicit drugs (2.59%) and ragging (2.79%). CONCLUSIONS: As the probable risk factors described were modifiable, early detection and application of relevant preventive measures should be adopted. |
Description: | Free paper session 9: Teaching and learning OP 48 - 25th Anniversary International Scientific Conference, 6-8 April 2016, Faculty of Medicine,University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka |
URI: | http://repository.kln.ac.lk/handle/123456789/12939 |
Appears in Collections: | 25th Anniversary International Scientific Conference-2016 |
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