| Abstract [eng] |
Relevance of the work. Student lifestyle is formed at a very important stage of life, when a person's daily habits, environment and responsibilities change. These changes affect health, therefore it is important to assess what factors determine their behaviour. The purpose of the study - is to determine the characteristics of students' lifestyle and the factors influencing them. Research objectives. (1) to assess the characteristics of students' lifestyle (nutrition, physical activity, sleep habits and harmful habits). (2) to identify social, psychological and environmental factors influencing students' lifestyle. (3) to assess the relationship between students' lifestyle characteristics and their health status. Research methodology. 250 respondents who are currently studying at a university or college answered the questionnaire. Taking into account the factors of nutrition, sleep, physical activity and harmful habits, hypotheses were put forward that confirmed or denied their relationship. Results. The study data revealed a statistically significant relationship between a sleep duration of less than 6 hours and more frequent stress experiences, as well as between poor work-rest balance assessment and daily fatigue. It was found that students who eat breakfast regularly consume fast food less often, and those who experience stress more often assess their diet as unbalanced. A relationship was also found between smoking and physical activity - smoking students play sports more often than non-smokers. Although it was expected that students who play sports would consume more fruits and vegetables, the study data showed the opposite trend. It was also found that women consume healthy foods more often than men - dairy products, fruits and vegetables. Conclusions. The study showed that the lifestyle of students is complex and includes aspects of nutrition, physical activity, sleep, mental health and harmful habits. Some students do not follow health-promoting recommendations. Lack of sleep, low physical activity, unbalanced diet, alcohol and nicotine consumption are common. Students' lifestyles are determined not only by personal choices, but also by external factors such as: social support (family, friends), financial opportunities, living environment and psychological state. These factors can both promote and hinder healthy habits. |
