Literary Review #5



  1.  Beiter, R., et al. "The Prevalence and Correlates of Depression, Anxiety, and Stress in a Sample of College Students." Journal of Affective Disorders, vol. 173, 01 Mar. 2015, p. 90-96. EBSCOhost, doi:10.1016/j.jad.2014.10.054.

  1. This reading is about a study conducted on a sample of college students to determine if there is a correlation between their concerns and the increase report of anxiety. The results indicated that the top three concerns were academic performance, pressure to succeed, and post-graduation plans. Demographically, the most stressed, anxious, and depressed students were transfers, upperclassmen, and those living off-campus.

  1. Beiter, R.a
  • Nash, R.a
  • McCrady, M.a
  • Rhoades, D.a
  • Linscomb, M.a
  • Clarahan, M.a
  • Sammut, S.a

a Department of Psychology, Sociology and Social Work, Franciscan University of Steubenville

  1. Depression: “self-disparaging, dispirited, gloomy, blue, convinced that life has no meaning or value, pessimistic about the future, unable to experience enjoyment or satisfaction, unable to  become interested or involved, slow, and lacking in initiative”
  • Anxiety: "apprehensive, panicky, trembly, shaky, aware of dryness of the mouth, breathing difficulties, pounding of the heart, sweatiness of the palms, worried about performance and possible loss of control”
  • Stress: “over-aroused, tense, unable to relax, touchy, easily upset, irritable, easily startled, nervy, jumpy, fidgety, and intolerant of interruption or delay”


  1. "Studies also indicate that poor sleeping habits have a negative impact on academic performance and mental health complaints, with women reporting poorer sleep habits than men." (pg. 91)
  • "Academic pressures of meeting grade requirements, test taking, volume of material to be learned and time management has been shown to be a significant source of stress for students. While academics can be perceived as a positive challenge, potentially increasing learning capacity and competency, if viewed negatively, this stress can be detrimental to the student's mental health." (pg. 90) 
  • "Of the19 sources of concern surveyed, the 10 that caused the most concern were academic performance, pressure to succeed, post-graduation plans, financial concerns, quality of sleep, relationship with friends, relationship with family, overall health, body image, and self-esteem." (pg. 93)


  1. The value of this material is that it proved me with evidence to support my theory that academic pressure  is a factor for anxiety among college students. That because of the highly competitive economic environment of today, there is an added pressure for students to do well in order for them to be scene as valuable in the job market.

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