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Prevalence of Insomnia in Nursing and Midwifery Students

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  16 April 2020

F. Shamsaei  and
F. Cheraghi
F. Shamsaei
Affiliation:
Hamedan University of Medical Sciences, Hamedan, Iran
F. Cheraghi
Affiliation:
Hamedan University of Medical Sciences, Hamedan, Iran

Abstract

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Background:

Sleep is absolutely essential for normal, healthy function. Sleep disturbances are one of the most common under diagnosed and under treated health problems among the adult population. The disturbances in sleep and wake process caused physical and mental disorders.

Purpose of study:

The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of sleeping problems to in the nursing and midwifery students.

Methods:

This research is a descriptive study. The participants consist of 321 individual were selected by census sampling. Data were collected by questionnaire that concluded 2 parts; A- demographic factors B- questions related to sleep disorders.

Results:

Outcome showed that nearly one-three of nursing and midwifery students suffered from insomnia. The percentage was significantly higher among women (37.1%) than among men (23.1%). The prevalence of insomnia was higher in nursing students (39.3%) than midwifery students (31.2%).

Conclusion:

Sleep disorders distracted the physical and mental health of students. It impacted on academic performance and decreased educational achievement of students. Emotional stress and anxiety are some factors of sleep disorders, with recognizing these factors, we can operate effective interventions.

Type
P03-231
Information
European Psychiatry , Volume 24 , Issue S1: 17th EPA Congress - Lisbon, Portugal, January 2009, Abstract book , January 2009 , 24-E1230
Copyright
Copyright © European Psychiatric Association 2009
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