The Relationship between Anxiety, Stress, Depression, and Medical Students’ Academic Performance: A Cross-Sectional Study

نویسندگان

1 Department of Medical Education, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Indonesia

doi
10.26655/JMCHEMSCI.2024.10.7
چکیده

As scholars and practitioners endeavour to comprehend the intricate interplay between mental health conditions during this unprecedented time, a growing body of research underscores the profound implications of anxiety, stress, and depression on students' educational trajectories. While epidemiological studies have begun to assess the impacts of anxiety, stress, and depression, there is limited literature specifically addressing the effects on medical students in East Asia, particularly in Indonesia. This study aims to analyse the levels of anxiety, stress, depression, and their impact on the academic performance of undergraduate medical students. This study employs a quantitative, observational, and analytical cross-sectional design. The sample size is 405 respondents, selected using purposive sampling. Data collection involves the DASS 42 questionnaires. The analysis was conducted using Chi-Square tests and multivariate analysis with SPSS software. The study reveals a significant correlation between anxiety and academic performance, with a p-value < 0.05 (OR=1.815). Stress also affects academic performance, with a p-value < 0.25 (OR=1.757). In addition, depression significantly impacts academic performance with a p-value < 0.05 (OR=2.009). Collectively, anxiety, stress, and depression significantly influence academic performance, with a combined p-value < 0.05 (OR=5.136). Anxiety, stress, and depression significantly affect the academic performance of students. Implementing targeted programs to reduce these mental health issues can enhance students' quality of life and academic success.