Evaluation of Anxiety and Depression Among Orphan and Non-Orphan Adolescents in a Rural Residential School of Maharashtra
| Autor: | Zameer Habeeb Pathan, Mubashara Mahetabsab Shaikh, Sadeq Mazhar Qureshi, Abdul Wahab Abdul Aziz Syed |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Rok vydání: | 2024 |
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| Zdroj: | Perspectives In Medical Research, Vol 12, Iss 2, Pp 26-30 (2024) |
| Druh dokumentu: | article |
| ISSN: | 2348-1447 2348-229X |
| DOI: | 10.47799/pimr.1202.05 |
| Popis: | Background: Adolescence marks a critical stage of development characterized by profound physical, emotional, and social changes. This study explores the prevalence of anxiety and depression among orphan and non-orphan adolescents in a rural residential school setting, aiming to identify associated factors. Method: A community-based cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted among 100 adolescents (50 orphans and 50 non-orphans) aged 10-19 years in Warudi, Jalna from August 10 to October 10, 2022. Institutional ethical approval and written informed consent were obtained. Data collection included DSM-5 criteria for anxiety and depression assessment, using the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) and Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HDRS). Additional parameters assessed were sleep disturbances, academic performance, social interactions, duration of stay in the residential school, and type of orphanhood. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 21, with qualitative parameters presented as percentages and the chi-square test used for comparisons (p |
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