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04 - ANSIEDADE EM UNIVERSITÁRIOS: FATORES ASSOCIADOS E REPERCUSSÕES NA QUALIDADE DE VIDA

Doi: 10.47094/IVCOLUBRASC.2026/RS/4

PALAVRAS CHAVE: Estudantes. Sofrimento psíquico. Bem-estar.

KEYWORDS: Students. Psychological distress. Well-being.

ABSTRACT:
Introduction: Entering and remaining in higher education involves academic, social, and personal changes that can serve as significant sources of stress for students. Demands related to performance, assessments, meeting deadlines, balancing study and work, financial difficulties, and uncertainties regarding one’s professional future can all contribute to the manifestation of anxiety. When these manifestations become intense or persistent, they can interfere with daily life and compromise various dimensions of the university experience. Objective: To analyze factors associated with anxiety among university students and its potential impact on their quality of life, taking into account academic, emotional, and social aspects. Methodology: This is a descriptive literature review based on an analysis of scientific research concerning anxiety within the university context. The study considers research that addresses factors linked to students' emotional distress and the subsequent effects on their academic routines and overall well-being. Results: The analyzed studies indicate that an excessive workload, pressure to perform, difficulties with time management, financial concerns, and expectations regarding professional training are among the factors frequently associated with anxiety in this population. The consequences may include sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, irritability, a decline in academic performance, strained interpersonal relationships, and a diminished sense of well-being. It is also noted that individual and social coping resources can influence how university demands are experienced. Final Considerations: Anxiety among university students should be understood by considering the interplay between individual characteristics and the conditions present within the academic and social environment. The creation of supportive spaces, the implementation of preventive measures, and the development of institutional strategies focused on psychological health can facilitate the early identification of distress and foster a healthier university experience.

Autores

  • Renan Luís Ribeiro Martins

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