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  • 标题:Psychological Impact and Coping Strategies of Dental Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Survey
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  • 作者:Trudee Hoyte ; Anne Kowlessar ; Kevin Henry
  • 期刊名称:Creative Education
  • 印刷版ISSN:2151-4755
  • 电子版ISSN:2151-4771
  • 出版年度:2021
  • 卷号:12
  • 期号:8
  • 页码:1926-1938
  • DOI:10.4236/ce.2021.128147
  • 语种:English
  • 出版社:Scientific Research Publishing
  • 摘要:Background:  The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the delivery of the curriculum of dental schools. The psychological impact and coping strategies of dental students in Trinidad and Tobago are a matter of concern. In this study, dental students were asked to evaluate their mental health and coping strategies regarding COVID-19. Methods: A survey was conducted using an online platform. Demographic data was collected and the psychological impact was assessed. Participants were also questioned on their coping strategies. Descriptive statistics, Chi-square test, Mann-Whitney test and a logistic regression were performed. Results:  A total of 108 out of 137 students participated. Their mean age was 22.96 years. High levels of stress (59.26%), anxiety(64.81%) and depression (76.85%) were observed among dental students. Nationality and gender played a significant role in the students’ mental health scores. Female students were more likely to experience stress, anxiety and depression than males (exp[β] = - 0.38,  -0.21, and -2.31). There were various coping mechanisms deployed by dental students. Conclusion: The elevated levels of stress, anxiety and depression in these dental students emphasize the need for psychological intervention .
  • 关键词:Depression; Anxiety; Stress; Dental Students; DASS-21 Scale; Trinidad and Tobago; COVID-19 Pandemic;
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