Comparison of Cognitive Functions, Sleep Quality, Emotional State, Balance and Physical Activity Levels of University Students According to Academic Success

Authors

Sevim Oksuz, Eastern Mediterranean University - CyprusFollow
Ozde Depreli, Eastern Mediterranean UniversityFollow
Aytül Ozdil, Eastern Mediterranean UniversityFollow
Gozde Iyigun, Eastern Mediterranean UniversityFollow
Ender Angın, Eeastern Mediterranean UniversityFollow
Betül Fatma Bilgin, Eastern Mediterranen UniversityFollow
Ayşen Karaman, Eastern Mediterranean UniversityFollow

Abstract

Purpose: This study was planned to compare the level of attention, dual-task abilities, sleep quality, emotional state (anxiety, depression, stress), dynamic balance, and physical activity level in low and high-academic success university students. Method: A total of 134 international undergraduate students between the age of 18 and 25 (low academic success group n=67, high academic success group n=67) were recruited for this study. The Trail Making Test (TMT) – A and B was used for attention assessment, the TMT While Walking – A and B was utilized for dual-task performance, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was utilized to assess sleep quality, the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21) was employed to evaluate emotional state, the Y Balance Test (YBT) was conducted to measure dynamic balance, and the International Physical Activity Questionnaire -Short Form (IPAQ-SF) was administered to determine the level of physical activity. Results: Students with high academic success had lower TMT-B and TMT-B while walking, PSQI, depression and anxiety sub-parameters of DASS-21 and total DASS-21 scores and higher YBT scores (p≤0.05) compared to those with low academic success. No significant difference was found in TMT-A and TMT-A while walking duration, stress sub-parameter of DASS-21 and IPAQ scores between the groups (p>0.05). Conclusion: In this study, students with high academic success had higher levels of attention and dual-task abilities, better sleep quality and dynamic balance, and lower levels of depression and anxiety.

Author Bio(s)

Sevim Oksuz, PhD.PT. is an assistant professor of the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at Eastern Mediterranen University. Her areas of interest are rheumatological diseases, musculoskeletal problems and chronic pain rehabilitation. She is also a board member of the Cyprus Turkish Physiotherapists Association

Ozde Depreli, PhD.PT. is an assistant professor of the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at Eastern Mediterranen University. Her areas of interest are orthopedic and musculoskeletal problems’ rehabilitation.

Aytül Ozdil, MSc.PT. is a graduate of a Master's of Science degree in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. She is currently completing her PhD at Eastern Mediterranean University. Her areas of interest are neurological rehabilitation.

Gozde Iyigun, PhD. PT. is an associate professor of the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at Eastern Mediterranen University. Her areas of interest are neurological and geriatric rehabilitation.

Ender Angın, PhD.PT. is an associate professor of the Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at Eastern Mediterranen University. Her areas of interest are orthopedic and musculoskeletal problems’ rehabilitation.

Betül Fatma Bilgin, MSc.PT. is a graduate of a Master's of Science degree in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. She is currently completing her PhD at Eastern Mediterranean University.

Ayşen Karaman MSc.PT. is a graduate of a Master's of Science degree in Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation. She is currently completing her PhD at Eastern Mediterranean University.

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Recommended Citation

Oksuz S, Depreli O, Ozdil A, Iyigun G, Angın E, Bilgin BF, et al. Comparison of Cognitive Functions, Sleep Quality, Emotional State, Balance and Physical Activity Levels of University Students According to Academic Success. The Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice. 2025 Apr 15;23(2), Article 2.