Point-prevalence of depression and associated risk factors
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Richards, D., & Salamanca, A., Point-prevalence of depression and associated risk factors, The journal of psychology: Interdisciplinary and applied, 148, 3, 2014, 305-326Download Item:
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The study aimed to assess levels of depressive symptoms and associated risk factors in a sample of students in Bogotá, Colombia. A convenient sample (N = 254) of students at the University Antonio Nariño, Bogotá was invited to complete an online survey that contained questions associated with common risk factors for depression and the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI-II). Chi-square was used to analyze comparisons between demographic and risk factors and severity of depression, and comparisons between those depressed and not depressed. Odds Ratios and their 95% confidence interval (95% CI) were computed through logistic regression model developed for each independent variable. The point-prevalence of current depressive symptoms was 36.2%; women 47.3% and men 21.3%. Risk factors associated with depression included being a woman, having a previous diagnosis, suicidal ideation and (or) intent, sleep problems, a recent loss, and a history of family depression and alcoholism. The study confirms the high incidence of depression and associated risk factors in students. The results demonstrate a need for prevention measures, early detection and early intervention.
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Author: RICHARDS, DEREK
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The journal of psychology: Interdisciplinary and applied148
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Creative Technologies , Health, Clinical and Counselling , PsychologyDOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00223980.2013.800831Licences: