Grit is associated with lower level of depression and anxiety among university students in Chiang Mai, Thailand: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Depression and anxiety symptoms are prevalent among university students in both developed and developing settings. Recently, grit, defined as perseverance and passion for long-term goals, has emerged as an indicator of success and well-being. However, the relationship between grit and poor mental health outcomes among university students is largely unknown. The current study investigates the relationship of grit with depression and anxiety among university students in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted from January to March 2018 among university students aged 18-24 years from Chiang Mai University, the first largest university in Chiang Mai Province. Depression and anxiety were assessed with the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ

SUBMITTER: Musumari PM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6294431 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature