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Nursing Students’ Mental Health: How Does Eco-Anxiety Effect?

This study investigated eco-anxiety levels and their relationship to mental health among 609 nursing students. Results showed a significant positive correlation between eco-anxiety and depression, anxiety, and stress, suggesting that higher eco-anxiety is associated with poorer mental health outcomes in this population.
Program Types: Therapeutic
Population Groups: Caregivers/Healthcare Professionals, Students
Setting or Context: Hospitals/Clinics
Health and Wellness Outcomes: Improved Stress Management
Allied Profession Intersections: Climate Psychology/Psychotherapy, Nursing
Type of Activity: Environmental Education
Evidence Type: Quantitative Research
Measurement and Evaluation: Metrics for Mental Health
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Summary

This study aimed to determine the eco-anxiety levels of nursing students and the relationship between eco-anxiety and their mental health. Researchers conducted a cross-sectional correlation and descriptive study with 609 nursing students from two universities in Istanbul. Data were collected using a Personal Information Form, the Eco-Anxiety Scale, and the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale (DASS-21) via an online survey.

The results indicated that the participants had an average Eco-Anxiety Scale score of 25.65 ± 7.49 and a DASS-21 score of 21.24 ± 14.76. A statistically significant and positive correlation was found between the Eco-Anxiety Scale and DASS-21 scores. It was determined that these students displayed moderate eco-anxiety which may affect their ability to take pro-climate action. This study aims to contribute to the development of effective policies for climate change awareness

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Er, S., Murat, M., Elvan Emine Ata, Selmin Köse, & Sevim Buzlu. (2024). Nursing students’ mental health: How does eco‐anxiety effect? International Journal of Mental Health Nursing.

 

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