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Prevalence and Severity of Anxiety, Depression, and Stress Among Optometry Students in Nigeria: A Cross-Sectional Study

2025-10-26 epidemiology Title + abstract only
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PurposeTo assess the prevalence and severity of anxiety, depression, and stress among optometry students in Nigeria, and to identify demographic factors associated with mental distress. MethodsA cross-sectional, web-based survey was administered to optometry students from 11 Nigerian universities between 16 April and 18 November 2024. Mental health status was evaluated using the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale-21 (DASS-21). Collected data included age, gender, year of study, marital statu...

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