Mood disorders in student population of Faculty of Physiotherapy, Academy of Physical Education in Wrocław. Part 1

Abstract

Aim: the aim of the work was evaluation of frame of mood and general feeling in student population of Faculty of Physiotherapy, Academy of Physical Education in Wroclaw as well as determination of the most frequent reported symptoms of depression, also including evaluation of spread of the suicidal idea and suicidal tendency. Methods: 483 people participated in the research, 296 students of stationary studies and 187 of non-stationary studies (evening and non-resident studies). In order to evaluate the disorders Beck Depression Inventory - BDI was applied, in addition examined students filled in the survey regarding the socioeconomic conditions, satisfaction from chosen faculty of studies and future plans. Results: 20% of examined population (96 people) show the symptoms of decreased mood (BDI > 11), whereas 5% (24 people) show mood disorders with significant intensification (BDI > 19). The most often reported depression symptoms are the following ones: the difficulties in making decision, negative evaluation of appearance, the concern about future as well as nervousness and irritability, 1% of examined students declare the intension of committing the suicide. Findings: Due to the specific character of profession such as a physiotherapist and high percentage of students with symptoms of mood disorders, it is necessary to take actions in scope of psychoeducation and psychoprophylaxis at Faculty of Physiotherapy, at Academy of Physical Education in Wroclaw.