ABSTRACT:
Background: This study starts with the reality that many students sacrifice sleep and focus, especially in demanding fields like pharmacy. This often leads to stress and burnout, yet these issues are rarely studied together. Our research aims to highlight these challenges and explore ways to better support students. Objective: To survey pharmacy students in order to examine the relationship between sleep patterns, concentration levels, and stress, and to identify strategies that can enhance their academic performance and overall well-being. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 135 undergraduate pharmacy students using a structured Google Form. Conducted in August 2025, the questionnaire covered five sections: (1) demographics, (2) stress and relief, (3) sleep quality and quantity, (4) concentration, and (5) coping mechanisms with suggestions. Data were analyzed to identify patterns and relationships among these factors. Results: A survey of 136 pharmacy students (mean age 18–20 years; 51.1% female) found a mean PSQI sleep duration score of 1.45/3, with 80.1% classified as poor sleepers. Among 81 PSS respondents, the mean score was 4.53/5, indicating high stress, often during exams and heavy coursework. Common stress-reduction suggestions included reduced workload (~55%), more support services (~35%), and more breaks (~25%); ~10% suggested other methods. Higher stress was linked to shorter sleep and reduced concentration. Conclusion: This study found a high prevalence of poor sleep duration among pharmacy students, alongside elevated stress levels, which may adversely affect cognitive focus and academic performance. Reduced workload, additional support services, and more frequent breaks were the most suggested strategies for stress reduction. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions within pharmacy education to promote better sleep hygiene, manage academic stress, and enhance student well-being.