RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Exploring the predictors of depression among Saudi adolescents
JF Saudi Medical Journal
JO Saudi Med J
FD Prince Sultan Military Medical City
SP 673
OP 681
DO 10.15537/smj.2021.42.6.20200790
VO 42
IS 6
A1 Nada A. AlYousefi
A1 Mohammed O. AlRukban
A1 Abdullah M. AlMana
A1 Talal H. AlTukhaim
A1 Basel A. AlMeflh
A1 Yazeed O. AlMutairi
A1 Omar S. AlMogheer
YR 2021
UL http://smj.org.sa/content/42/6/673.abstract
AB Objectives: To estimate the prevalence of depression among Saudi adolescents and identify its correlates.Methods: This was a cross-sectional study using a multistage random technique that included students at the intermediate and secondary levels in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) was used as a tool, in addition to a survey of the potential risk factors. Binary logistic regression was conducted.Results: Out of 960 students, 32.4% were found to have moderate to severe depression. The age group of 16-19 years was more at risk. Female gender and low father’s education level were significant predictors of depression. Less internet use and more physical activity are considered a protective factor against depression, OR -0.531 (95% CI: 0.315-0.894) and OR -0.668 (95% CI: 0.468-0.953), respectively. Whereas the physical abuse, OR 2.047 (95% CI: 1.287-3.255) and emotional abuse, OR 2.576 (95% CI: 1.740-3.813) considered risk factors for depression.Conclusion: The prevalence of depression among Saudi adolescents is worrisome. Urgent and firm actions should be taken in response to the increasing prevalence of depression worldwide.