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The Silent Burden: Understanding Alexithymia and Its Correlation With University Student Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in a Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Associations Between Facets of Pathological Personality Traits and Alexithymia: The Roles of Detachment and Negative Affect.Scandinavian journal of psychology · 2026Article
- The impact of dormitory atmosphere on academic performance in medical university: a cross-sectional study.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Article
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Abstract
Background and Aims: In a time of increasing mental health difficulties among college students globally, where 20%-45% experience disorders annually, mood disorders emerge as a prevalent concern. These disorders mainly impact individuals aged 18 to 30 and significantly affect academic performance and long-term well-being. This study aimed to assess the psychological well-being of university students, focusing on alexithymia, depression, anxiety, stress, and their complex relationships. Methods: Using a multi-stage sampling approach, the study was conducted in 2019 with 260 undergraduate students at Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran. The Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS) questionnaire measured depression, anxiety, and stress, while the Toronto Alexithymia Scale-20 (TAS-20) assessed alexithymia. The data were analyzed using SPSS v.23.0. Results: The participants had a mean age of 20.7 ± 3.2 years, were mostly female (75.7%), single (90.7%), and of Fars ethnicity (66.1%). The majority lived in dormitories (70.3%). Alexithymia was present in 30.8% of the population, with males scoring higher than females ( Conclusion: Identifying alexithymia in medical settings is essential, as it can affect patient-provider communication and care. Students with alexithymic traits may benefit from interventions targeting both alexithymia and co-occurring mental disorders like depression and anxiety. Future research should focus on developing tailored treatments and early screening to improve emotional regulation and mental health outcomes, particularly in high-stress academic environments.
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