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P M Shyangwa1, D R Shakya1, B R Adhikari1
1Department of Psychiatry, BPKIHS, Dharan, Nepal.
JNMA; Journal of the Nepal Medical Association
|March 17, 2016
Summary
Mental health conditions are prevalent in the community, with depression and alcohol use disorders being the most common. This highlights the need for increased attention and government intervention to address these widespread mental health challenges.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
Background:
- Mental health problems are widespread across all societal strata.
- International surveys indicate prevalence rates between 4.7% and 12.0%.
- A community study in Nepal reported a 14.0% prevalence of mental illness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in the community.
- To identify common mental health conditions in the studied population.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive, epidemiological study design was employed.
- Systematic randomization sampling was utilized for respondent selection.
Main Results:
- The study included 911 respondents, with a majority being married and aged 20-59 years.
- A total of 113 (12.4%) respondents presented with at least one psychiatric disorder.
- The most common disorders identified were depression, anxiety disorders, and alcohol use disorders; 1.9% had seizure/epilepsy.
Conclusions:
- The community prevalence of common psychiatric disorders is notably high.
- Depression and alcohol-related disorders require significant societal and governmental attention.
- Urgent interventions are needed to address the burden of mental illness in the community.
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