THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN DIETARY BEHAVIOR, SLEEP QUALITY, AND PSYCHOEMOTIONAL STATE IN UKRAINIAN ADOLESCENTS UNDER MARTIAL LAW CONDITIONS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17721/1728.2748.2026.104.37-43Keywords:
eating habits; balanced diet; sleep quality; physical activity; emotional state; nonparametric analysis; age groupsAbstract
Background. The conditions of martial law significantly affect the population’s lifestyle, particularly dietary behavior, physical activity, sleep quality, and emotional state. Elevated stress levels, limited access to food, and changes in daily routines can disrupt dietary balance and the body’s adaptive mechanisms, especially in the most vulnerable age group – adolescents.
Methods. Empirical data were collected using a structured online questionnaire that included sections on dietary habits, sleep quality, level of physical activity, and emotional state. Respondents aged 14-17 years participated in the study. Nonparametric statistical methods and correlation analysis were used to process the data.
Results. A balanced diet was found to be positively correlated with higher energy levels, better sleep quality, increased stress resilience, and overall psycho-emotional well-being. Disruptions in dietary habits were associated with poorer sleep, reduced physical vitality, and higher levels of anxiety. Significant relationships were identified between emotional background, dietary behavior characteristics, and mental health indicators. Different age groups demonstrated differences in dietary structure and in the extent to which nutrition influenced well-being.
Сonclusions. The results highlight the importance of a comprehensive approach to assessing human well-being and the role of balanced nutrition in maintaining physical and mental health under conditions of martial law. The study may serve as a basis for developing recommendations to optimize dietary habits and improve the quality of life for different age groups of the population.
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