Higher depression levels in Ukrainian female students were strongly linked to higher fear of war and burnout, especially for burnout where the connection was very strong.
Scientific Claim
Depression severity was associated with fear of war scores (F(4,2,699)=49.490, p<.001, partial η²=0.068) and burnout scores (F(4,2,722)=560.612, p<.001, partial η²=0.452), with higher depression levels linked to higher fear and burnout among Ukrainian female university students.
Original Statement
“Regardless of survey period, one-way ANOVA shows a significant difference in FWS and SBM scores associated with depression level: F(4,2,699) = 49.490, p < .001, partial η2 = .068 and F(4,2,722) = 560.612, p < .001, partial η2 = .452, respectively (Figure 4).”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
The observational study design supports correlational claims. The phrasing correctly uses 'associated with' and reports effect sizes without causal language.
Evidence from Studies
Supporting (1)
Mental health and well-being among Ukrainian female university students: The impact of war over 3 years
The study found that Ukrainian female students who felt more depressed also tended to be more afraid of the war and more burned out, which matches the claim.