Student life is full of new and exciting experiences and there is often lots going on. Stress is linked to psychological distress and other adverse consequences on students’ health and well-being which impacts academic achievement. Psychological distress is an emotional state characterized by symptoms of depression and anxiety which is experienced in response to stress and is associated with a perceived inability to cope effectively. Distress experienced by higher level students is linked with the adoption of risk behaviours. Alcohol consumption among students is a matter of public health concern, particularly hazardous drinking. Cigarette smoking, cannabis, unhealthy diet/eating patterns and low levels of physical activity are also problematical among this population group. Health adverse behaviours are interwoven, for example alcohol consumption adversely influences other lifestyle behaviours including eating habits, smoking and physical activity. Thus, risk behaviours often aggregate in clusters with synergistic effects on health. It is apparent that many students are enduring high levels of distress which may negatively influence other lifestyle behaviours with potentially long-term impact.
Posted By : Briane Kylle I. Digamos
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