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 AlYousefi, Nada A.
A1 AlRukban, Mohammed O.
A1 AlMana, Abdullah M.
A1 AlTukhaim, Talal H.
A1 AlMeflh, Basel A.
A1 AlMutairi, Yazeed O.
A1 AlMogheer, Omar S.
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.