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The Prevalence of Generalized Anxiety among Health Students in the Lagos State Teaching Hospital

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to investigate the prevalence of generalized anxiety disorder among medical students in Nigeria, the impact of socio-demographic factors associated with generalized anxiety disorder, and the efficacy of Cognitive-Behavioral therapy in the management of generalized anxiety disorder symptoms. This study involved 277 medical students (62 males and 215 females). This study used a multistage design (survey and experiment). The survey design was utilized to determine the prevalence of generalized anxiety among medical students, whereas the experimental approach was used for therapy (cognitive behavioral method). Data was collected using a questionnaire, and the given hypotheses were tested using descriptive statistics and an independent t-test. The study examined two hypotheses, and both were approved. The findings revealed that Cognitive-Behavioral therapy is useful in managing the symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Male participants had significantly higher scores on Generalized Anxiety Disorder than female individuals. The findings were discussed in light of the associated literature that was reviewed.

Country : Nigeria

1 Dr. Adedapo Adeniyi Ph.D.

  1. Principal Consultant, PhenoPatmos Global Consulting and Mental Health Professional, Alcedo, United Kingdom

IRJIET, Volume 8, Issue 9, September 2024 pp. 156-164

doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2024.809019

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