Cross-sectional study examines lifestyle, behavioral, and psychosocial factors impacting depressive symptoms in Chinese students, suggesting a need for early intervention.
Key Points
Significant negative associations were found between sleep duration, physical activity, and depressive symptoms among students.
Binary logistic regression revealed that academic procrastination and cyberbullying significantly predict higher depressive symptoms.
Participants from eight universities in four provinces were assessed for various factors using standardized scales.
Findings underscore the importance of early mental health screening and targeted interventions in university settings.