Features of sleep disorders in 5th‑6th year medical university students

Abstract

The aim of the study was to analyze sleep disorders among 5th‑6th year students of Saratov Medical University.
Methods. The study employed a survey conducted with 374 fifth- and sixth-year students.
Results. A survey of 374 respondents was conducted using an original questionnaire during both the regular academic period and the examination period. Pre-sleep activities depended on the academic period. Many students exhibited various sleep disorders and a lack of proper sleep hygiene. High-quality sleep was significantly more common during the regular academic period compared to the examination period. Poor sleep negatively affected the respondents' psycho-emotional state both during exams and in the regular academic period. Chronic stress was significantly more prevalent during the examination period than outside of it. Sleep duration and quality depended on students' living conditions. The study identified not only sleep disorders but also other health-related issues, such as excessive body weight, first-degree obesity, and physical inactivity. A significant correlation was found between high self-rated health, an adequate level of physical activity, and good sleep quality.
Conclusion. Commitment to a healthy lifestyle, adherence to sleep hygiene, and a rational daily schedule remain pressing issues for medical university students.