Exploratory study highlights mental health and physical health issues in college students, suggesting gender differences in stress and anxiety levels.
Key Points
Significant stress and mild insomnia were observed in college students following the lockdown, with gender-specific differences in health outcomes.
The study found that males exhibited higher hand grip strength and physical performance, while females had notable differences in mental health scores.
Cross-sectional analysis of 116 students utilized various psychological and physical fitness assessments during the pandemic lockdown.
Results indicate the need for targeted interventions to address high stress and poor sleep quality among college students after the lockdown.