Factors Associated with the Use of Psychoactive Drugs, Anxiety and Depression in University Students
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Abstract
Introduction. University life entails several changes, contributing to the use of psychotropic drugs and mental disorders.
Objective. To identify factors associated with psychoactive drug use and anxiety and depressive symptoms in university students.
Method. Cross-sectional survey of 902 undergraduates, undertaken using sociodemographic data, with information on the use of psychotropic drugs, and the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview as a self-report. Chi-square and Fisher’s exact were used for the hypothesis of association. Logistic regression was used to determine the effect of independent in relation to dependent variables.
Results. Risk factors for the use of psychotropic drugs were having children, admission through a quota scheme, studying linguistics, literature and arts and agricultural sciences, not enrolling, emotional difficulties, using mood altering drugs, unpleasant reactions to the absence of a substance and continuing use despite these reactions. Specific risk factors for depressive symptoms included being in the first year of undergraduate studies, dropping out and continuing to use mood-altering drugs despite unpleasant reactions. Specific risk factors for anxiety symptoms included admission quotas, studying agricultural sciences, literature, arts and linguistics, evening courses and courses that were not students’ first choice.
Discussion and conclusion. The findings of this study provide a greater understanding of the phenomenon studied and can be used to develop health education strategies tailored for students.
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