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[Mental morbidity in a general medical practice]
1Universidad Libre de Bruselas, Sevilla.
Atencion Primaria
|February 1, 1990
Summary
Mental health disorders affect over 40% of adults seeking primary care in Seville. Key factors influencing mental well-being include marital status, employment, and stress levels.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry and Mental Health
- Sociology
- Public Health
Context:
- Study conducted in Seville, Spain, involving patients from Social Security general practices.
- Included 215 participants aged 15-65 years.
- Utilized the General Health Questionnaire (GHQ) and in-depth interviews.
Purpose:
- To assess the prevalence of mental disorders in a primary care setting.
- To identify sociodemographic and health-related factors associated with mental health status.
- To explore psychological and sociological underpinnings of mental health.
Summary:
- Prevalence of mental disorders ranged from 42.6% to 56% among participants.
- Significant associations found between mental health and marital status, profession, employment status, psychoactive drug use, and stress.
- Data collected via GHQ and interviews provided comprehensive insights.
Impact:
- Highlights the high prevalence of mental health issues in primary care populations.
- Identifies key risk factors for mental disorders, informing targeted interventions.
- Contributes to a deeper psychological and sociological understanding of mental health determinants.