A Study to Assess the Relationship Between Perceived Stress and Sleep Quality Among Adults in Selected Community Settings

Abstract

one's social, emotional, and physical health. Sleep start, maintenance, and general quality may all be hampered by ongoing stress. In result, inadequate sleep can worsen everyday functioning and raise perceived stress levels.

Aim: Stress is a common psychological problem that can negatively impact a person's physical, mental, and social well-being. Persistent stress may affect the initiation, maintenance, and overall quality of sleep. As a result, getting too little sleep might make daily tasks more difficult and increase stress perception.

Methods: A descriptive correlational research design was used in conjunction with a quantitative research approach. A non-probability convenience sampling technique was used to choose a sample of one hundred persons from certain community contexts. The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and a structured sociodemographic questionnaire were used to gather data. The analysis employed both descriptive and inferential statistics.

Results: The illustrative findings showed that 18% of adults had low perceived stress, 57% had moderate stress, and 25% had high stress. Regarding sleep quality, 32% had good sleep quality, whereas 68% had poor sleep quality. A statistically significant positive relationship was observed between perceived stress and sleep disturbance, indicating that higher stress levels were associated with poorer sleep quality.

Conclusion: The findings suggest that stress and poor sleep are closely associated among adults. Regular stress-management strategies, sleep-hygiene education, relaxation techniques, and early identification of sleep problems may help improve overall well-being.