Consumo de ansiolíticos e antidepressivos: uma análise sobre o uso entre estudantes de medicina

Abstract

ABSTRACT Introduction: Psychotropic drugs has become a worldwide concern, due to the high prevalence of consumption and the risks that these substances can cause. College students are considered a risk group for the development of mental disorders. In particular health students are the largest users of psychotropic drugs. Objective: Analyze the use of psychotropic drugs, focusing on anxiolytics and antidepressants among medical students in Brazil. Method: This survey was carried out using a form, from Google Forms®. The forms were sent elletronically, between August 2020 and February 2021. Results: Most respondents (44%) are between 22 and 25 years old. Of these, 29% use psychotropics. Among antidepressants, selective serotonin reception inhibitors stand out, among anxiolytics, benzodiazepines. A significant relashionship was observed between the progress of the course and the use of these psychotropic drugs. The majority (40,3%) claimed to feel anxiety daily. Correlation was also found between the progress of the 5 course and worsening sleep. The majority (82,1%) know psychological support programs at their institution. However, only 15,5% used the service. Only 3,2% consumed medication without a prescription. In addition, 33% consume or have already consumed alcohol, tobacco and / or illicit drugs associated with medications. This association resulted in the need for medical care in 32% of the participants. Conclusions: Students must be encouraged to seek help in programs provided by educational institutions. These institutions must be attentive to signs of worsening mental health that can harm the human / professional training of this student.