Exploring the Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Anxiety and Self-Esteem Among Bangladeshi University Students

Adequate sleep is essential for physical development, mental health, behavior, and cognitive function and significantly impacts academic motivation and performance. Various studies examined sleep deprivation and anxiety to evaluate their effects on students. However, there is a lack of evidence on self-esteem that is counted in sleep deprivation research. This study aimed to look at the effects of sleep deprivation on self-esteem and anxiety among university students in Bangladesh. From June 14 to August 30, 2022, a cross-sectional survey involved the participation of 200 Bangladeshi university students recruited using a convenient sampling procedure. The Bangla version of the Anxiety Scale and the Rosenberg Self-esteem Questionnaire (RSQ) were applied to assess the variables in the study. The findings revealed that sleep-deprived students displayed substantially higher anxiety levels than their non-deprived counterparts. Furthermore, a statistically significant correlation was found between the amount of sleep individuals received and their level of anxiety. These findings highlight the alarming prevalence of insufficient sleep, low self-esteem, and high anxiety among university students in Bangladesh. The study also highlights the significance of fostering sound slumber patterns and self-esteem in university students. Extending support to sleep-deprived students, such as flexible deadlines, helps them manage their studies without sacrificing sleep; establishing peer support groups and making counseling services readily available for addressing sleep-related issues, anxiety, and self-esteem concerns is vital.