Sleep quality, physical activity, and relaxation techniques in first MBBS students of Goa Medical College
Elvira Julia De Souza
, Aman Kumar
Sleep quality, physical activity , relaxation techniques, Medical students.
Abstract
Introduction: Entry into college sees an increase in Academic demands and social pressures accompanied by changes in schedules can predispose student to poor sleep habits and sleep deprivation. Physical activity apart from known health benefits also increases cognitive outcomes.
Objective: To study the sleep quality, physical activity, and relaxation techniques in first year medical students in Goa Medical College. We also assess any relationship between sleep quality and physical activity.
Materials and Methodology: A form collected information on the students routine and sleep quality was assessed by Pittsburgh’s Sleep Quality Index while physical activity was assessed by Global Physical Activity Questionnaire which assesses participants as physically active and inactive.
Results: 117 students participated in this study out of which 68% were poor sleepers while 42% of students were physically inactive. There was a significant difference in physical activity levels 79% of students had relaxation techniques however this was not associated with sleep quality.
"Sleep quality, physical activity, and relaxation techniques in first MBBS students of Goa Medical College", IJNRD - INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (www.IJNRD.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 10, page no.b27-b31, October-2024, Available :https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2410105.pdf
Volume 9
Issue 10,
October-2024
Pages : b27-b31
Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_190570
Published Paper Id: IJNRD2410105
Downloads: 00053
Research Area: Medical Science
Country: Bambolim, Goa, India
ISSN: 2456-4184 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.76 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016
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