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This research aims to assess the mental and physical health levels of medical students and identify contributing risk factors.

January 27, 2026Journal of Pedagogical Studies0 citations

The level of mental and physical health of medical students: risk factors, stress, and possible ways to optimize physical education disciplines at the university to offset this issue

ISIgor Skiba GHGuzel Hamidullina YGYa. Galiullina

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This research aims to assess the mental and physical health levels of medical students and identify contributing risk factors.
Conducted a survey among 150 medical students in grades 2-6
Utilized the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10) for stress assessment
Compiled data from weekly self-observation diaries and semi-structured interviews
34% of students reported a high level of stress
33% exercise regularly, while 68% report poor dietary habits
Only 23% sought psychological help, indicating stigma and a lack of support

Abstract

The article presents a study of the level of psychophysical health of medical university students. The study was conducted among 150 students in grades 2-6 using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10), a weekly self-observation diary, and semi-structured interviews. The data obtained showed that 34% of respondents have a high level of stress, and another 41% have an average level. The main causes of mental stress were academic workload, clinical practices, lack of time for rest and the emotional impact of patients. The analysis of the physical condition revealed negative trends: only 33% exercise regularly, 44% suffer from lack of sleep, 68% reported an unbalanced diet. There was also a low level of visits to psychologists (23%), which indicates the presence of stigma and lack of support. In conclusion, possible ways of optimizing the educational process are proposed in the context of physical education and the formation of a health culture at a medical university.

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