Medical students under the microscope: new study probes mental health crisis

NCT ID NCT07197125

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will survey about 289 medical students and interns at Assiut University to find out how common anxiety and depression are among them. Researchers will use standard questionnaires to measure symptoms and look for links to academic performance and other risk factors. The goal is to better understand the mental health challenges future doctors face.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could highlight key risk factors for anxiety and depression in medical students, pointing toward better mental health support programs.

What could go wrong

This is an observational survey, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to other universities or countries.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.