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Common mental health problems among patients accessing care at ayurvedic health centers in Udupi Taluk
Surekha D Shetty1, Vidya Prabhu2, Varalakshmi Chandra Sekaran2
1Division of Anatomy, Department of Basic Medical Sciences,, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, 576104, India.
Insights
This study found that lower educational status is linked to higher perceived stress levels in patients. Understanding this connection is crucial for addressing mental health challenges in diverse populations.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
- Ayurveda
Background:
- The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
- COVID-19 survivors may experience a range of mental health conditions, varying by individual susceptibility and lifestyle.
- Understanding mental health prevalence is vital for improving patient outcomes and well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and types of mental health issues among patients at Ayurvedic health centers.
- To explore the relationship between mental health conditions and factors like educational status.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study was conducted in Udupi Taluk, involving 423 participants aged 18+ from randomly selected Ayurvedic centers.
- Data was collected using the Perceived Stress Scale and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9).
Main Results:
- The study identified the presence of perceived stress and depression among participants.
- Educational status was significantly associated with perceived stress (p=0.01).
- Participants with lower educational status reported higher levels of moderate stress.
Conclusions:
- Lower educational status is a significant factor associated with increased perceived stress.
- Findings highlight the need to consider socioeconomic factors, such as education, in mental health assessments and interventions.
Introduction:
Increased work pressure, lifestyle modifications, and deteriorated living conditions brought on by Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) can exacerbate mental health concerns such as anxiety, sleeplessness, depression, and stress-related illnesses. Recent studies have shown that a high burden of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, stress, panic attacks, impulsivity, irrational anger, somatization disorder, sleep disorders, emotional disturbance, symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder, and suicidal thoughts, may be experienced by COVID-19 survivors. Due to differences in their susceptibility to infection and lifestyle factors, people with different medical conditions and social roles may have various kinds and severities of mental health problems. This study aimed to provide essential insights into the prevalence, types, and linkages of various mental health issues to improve patient outcomes, guide future treatments, and advance holistic well-being.
Methodology:
This cross-sectional study examined the prevalence of common mental health issues among patients receiving treatment at Ayurvedic health centers in Udupi Taluk. Five Ayurvedic centers were chosen randomly from 275 Ayurvedic centers registered in Udupi Taluk. A total of 423 patients aged 18 years and above were selected for this study. The Perceived Stress Scale and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) were used to collect data.
Results And Discussion:
The study revealed the presence of some level of perceived stress and depression among the participants. The factor associated with stress was the educational status of participants (p =0.01). The comparison between different stress levels revealed that moderate stress levels were significantly higher among participants with a lower educational status.
Conclusion:
According to a study on perceived stress levels and educational status, participants with lower educational status reported feeling more stressed than those with higher educational status.
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