Exploring the predictors of depression among Saudi adolescents: Time for urgent firm actions.
Saudi Med J
; 42(6): 673-681, 2021 Jun.
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| ID: mdl-34078731
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES:
To estimate the prevalence of depression among Saudi adolescents and identify its correlates.METHODS:
This was a cross-sectional study using a multistage random technique that included students at the intermediate and secondary levels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) was used as a tool, in addition to a survey of the potential risk factors. Binary logistic regression was conducted.RESULTS:
Out of 960 students, 32.4% were found to have moderate to severe depression. The age group of 16-19 years was more at risk. Female gender and low father's education level were significant predictors of depression. Less internet use and more physical activity are considered a protective factor against depression, OR -0.531 (95% CI 0.315-0.894) and OR -0.668 (95% CI 0.468-0.953), respectively. Whereas the physical abuse, OR 2.047 (95% CI 1.287-3.255) and emotional abuse, OR 2.576 (95% CI 1.740-3.813) considered risk factors for depression.CONCLUSION:
The prevalence of depression among Saudi adolescents is worrisome. Urgent and firm actions should be taken in response to the increasing prevalence of depression worldwide.Key words
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Depression
Type of study:
Etiology_studies
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Observational_studies
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Prevalence_studies
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Limits:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
En
Journal:
Saudi Med J
Year:
2021
Document type:
Article