A Review of Mental Health Burden and Social Determinants of Mental Health Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Sub-Saharan Africa DOI Creative Commons
Elsa Denise Perestrelo, Jinan Abi Jumaa, Saikou Sanyang

и другие.

Research Square (Research Square), Год журнала: 2023, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Дек. 12, 2023

Abstract Background: Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) are an important sub-population in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), where youth account for more than two-thirds of the region’s population. In comparison to their male counterparts, AGYW at a higher risk mental health burden. This review aims peer-reviewed evidence on burden social determinants amongst aged 10- 24 years African context. Methods: Electronic databases including CINAHL, PubMed, Science Direct Google Scholar were searched identify studies focusing adolescent identified context that have been published between 2015 2023 English. Results Discussion: A total 39 reviewed. The findings from show literature identifies several biological, demographic, social, economic, neighbourhood environmental factors affecting issue. Within such as HIV/AIDS epidemic recent COVID-19 pandemic, unique or disproportionately affect pregnancy, violence present concerning associations negative outcomes different rural urban settings. Conclusions: shed light multifaceted nature issues stresses importance targeted approach addressing region. Recommendations include increased attention towards scaling up research capacity policy implementation focus community-based interventions target population resource-poor

Язык: Английский

Depression during pregnancy and associated factors among women in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis DOI Creative Commons

Solomon Shitu Ayen,

Abebaw Wasie Kasahun, Amare Zewdie

и другие.

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Март 26, 2024

Abstract Background Pregnancy is one of the most remarkable experiences in a woman’s life. Prenatal depression, characterized by stress and worry associated with pregnancy, can reach severe levels. On global scale, mental addictive disorders affect more than billion people, causing 19% years lived disability. It estimated that 25–35% pregnant women experience depressive symptoms, 20% meeting diagnostic criteria for major depression. Methods A systematic review meta-analysis were conducted to examine depression during pregnancy Ethiopia. The search was from March 1–31, 2023. Data extraction used Microsoft Excel, analysis performed using STATA version 17. New Castle-Ottawa Scale quality assessment tool employed evaluate methodological included studies. Cochrane Q test I2 statistics assess heterogeneity. weighted inverse variance random-effects model pooled level antenatal (APD). Publication bias detected funnel plot Begg’s Egger’s tests. Results Out 350 studies searched, 18 analysis. overall prevalence Ethiopia 27.85% (95% CI: 23.75–31.96). Harari region reported highest (37.44%), while Amhara had lowest (23.10%). Factors significantly unplanned pregnancies, low social support, income, previous history intimate partner violence, abortion. Conclusion This demonstrate approximately one-quarter pregnancy. Unplanned abortion, violence are determinants To address this high prevalence, Ethiopian government stakeholders should develop policies incorporate counseling follow-ups. Improving life crucial well-being families, communities, nation as whole.

Язык: Английский

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Examining the associations between social support and postpartum depression symptoms among adolescent mothers in Nairobi, Kenya DOI Creative Commons

Luwam T. Gebrekristos,

Anthony Idowu Ajayi,

Allison K. Groves

и другие.

Reproductive Health, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 22(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 30, 2025

Globally, adolescent mothers are at increased risk for postpartum depression (PPD). In Kenya, 15% of girls become before the age 18. While social support can buffer a mother's PPD, there gaps in knowledge as to whether—and which types—of protective Kenya. Understanding associations between and symptoms among inform mental health interventions. Cross-sectional data ≤ 1 year (aged 14–19 years old) an informal settlement Nairobi, Kenya (N = 193) were used analyses. Participants with scores ≥ 10 on Patient Health Questionnaire-9 classified having depressive symptoms. To fully examine different ways that might matter mothers, we examined several domains support: child's father during pregnancy, parental girl's education, membership club, good female friend supportive adult one turn help. We bivariate adjusted modified Poisson regression robust standard errors measures symptoms, controlling relevant covariates. One-quarter participants experienced (24.9%). Adolescent who reported their or fathers being very girls' education had lower (ARR 0.35, 95% CI 0.20–0.61; ARR:0.34, 0.13–0.90, respectively) than those whose less supportive. confide decreased 0.61; 0.37–0.99). Having mother reduced With unique challenges early childbearing high birth rates interventions increase peer pregnancy period could improve mothers' health. (PPD) compared older mothers. give Social reduce PPD. Yet no studies focus understanding whether PPD help developing from 193 Our analysis shows 24.9% Depressive education. Also, sum, Interventions

Язык: Английский

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Factors associated with antenatal depression among women attending antenatal care at Mubende Regional Referral Hospital: a cross-sectional study DOI Creative Commons
Musa Kasujja, Samuel Omara,

Nasifu Senkungu

и другие.

BMC Women s Health, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Март 25, 2024

Abstract Introduction This study aimed to investigate the prevalence, severity, and factors associated with antenatal depression among women receiving care at Mubende Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH) in Uganda. Antenatal is a critical concern for maternal child well-being, as it adverse outcomes such preterm birth, abortion, low birth weight, impaired maternal-infant bonding. Despite several international guidelines recommending routine screening depression, local Ugandan often overlook this essential aspect of care. Methods A cross-sectional involving 353 pregnant utilized Patient Health Questionnaire 9 (PHQ-9) assess depression. Participants were categorized having if their total PHQ-9 score was ≥ 5 met Diagnostic Statistical Manual Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) criteria either major or minor Psychosocial demographic obstetric characteristics recorded. Logistic regression analysis identified linked Results The burden notably high, affecting 37.68% participants. Among those majority exhibited mild symptoms 94 (70.68%). significant revealed by multivariate analysis, included younger age (≤ 20 years), older (≥ 35 history domestic violence, alcohol use, gestational age, preeclampsia, unplanned pregnancies. Conclusion significantly high prevalence emphasizing its public health importance. Most cases classified mild, importance timely interventions prevent escalation. risk first-trimester pregnancy, abortion history, previous pregnancy.

Язык: Английский

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Effects of a Self-Esteem Enhancement Program on Happiness and Depression in Pregnant Adolescents: A Randomized Controlled Trial DOI Creative Commons

Suppalack Chokrak,

Sopen Chunuan, Sasitorn Phumdoung

и другие.

Pacific Rim International Journal of Nursing Research, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 29(2), С. 260 - 275

Опубликована: Фев. 22, 2025

Pregnant women commonly experience feelings of unhappiness and depression during pregnancy, has a negative impact on pregnant adolescents. This randomized controlled trial aimed to examine the effects Self-Esteem Enhancement Program happiness in The sample consisted adolescents who attended antenatal clinic community hospital southern Thailand from January May 2024. was randomly assigned an experimental group control using minimized randomization controlling for potential confounders. (n = 21) received program, while 25) only usual care. Data collection conducted Personal Information Questionnaire, Self-esteem Questionnaire Center Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale (CESD-10), Happiness Pregnancy (HPQ). were analyzed descriptive statistics,paired t-test, independent Wilcoxon signed ranks test, Mann-Whitney U test. results showed that exhibited significantly higher mean scores lower after completing self-esteem enhancement program compared their before program. Additionally, comparison between two groups following intervention had than those group. These findings suggest effectively increased decreased among Therefore, nurses midwives should consider this as valuable guide care However, wide testing is needed integration into regular practice.

Язык: Английский

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Prevalence and correlates of depressive and anxiety symptoms among pregnant women from an urban informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya: a community-based cross-sectional study DOI Creative Commons
Stephen Mulupi, Amina Abubakar, Moses K. Nyongesa

и другие.

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 25(1)

Опубликована: Фев. 26, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Depressive symptoms and its determinants among people living with HIV in Africa: systematic review and meta-analysis DOI Creative Commons
Gebresilassie Tadesse, Gidey Rtbey, Techilo Tinsae

и другие.

BMC Psychiatry, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 25(1)

Опубликована: Апрель 2, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Understanding adolescent perinatal wellbeing in rural parts of Kenya: a qualitative study DOI Creative Commons
Evaline Chepchirchir Langat, Marleen Temmerman,

Margrette Hanselmann

и другие.

SSM - Mental Health, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown, С. 100437 - 100437

Опубликована: Апрель 1, 2025

Язык: Английский

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The burden and associated social determinants of mental health among adolescent girls and young women in Sub-Saharan Africa DOI Creative Commons
Elsa Denise Perestrelo, Saikou Sanyang, Jinan Abi Jumaa

и другие.

Deleted Journal, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 22(1)

Опубликована: Апрель 30, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Depression among pregnant teenagers receiving antenatal care from primary healthcare facilities in Mbarara city, Southwestern Uganda DOI Creative Commons
Moses Muwanguzi,

Sarah Oworinawe,

Derrick Mwahuzi

и другие.

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 25(1)

Опубликована: Май 20, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Depression and perceived stress among perinatal women living with HIV in Nigeria DOI Creative Commons
Folahanmi Tomiwa Akinsolu, Olunike Rebecca Abodunrin, Abisola Lawale

и другие.

Frontiers in Public Health, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 11

Опубликована: Ноя. 20, 2023

Background Pregnancy and postpartum periods are crucial stages for women’s mental health, women living with HIV particularly susceptible to depression psychological stress due various factors. This study investigated the prevalence associated factors of perceived among during their perinatal period in Ibadan, Nigeria. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted three treatment centers Nigeria, between ages 19 49 who were either pregnant or had given birth within last 2 years. The from September 2022 December 2022. An interviewer-administered questionnaire used collect data participants. Ethical approval informed consent obtained, analyzed using Statistical Package Social Science version 26. Results included 402 participants, whom 69.0 78.0% reported symptoms stress, respectively. However, 15.2% participants have comorbid stress. Positive partner status significantly lower depression, while gestational age 29 40 weeks co-occurrence status, income level, family support, age, years on antiretroviral therapy. Conclusion high call incorporating health care into routine maternal healthcare all women, those HIV. finding emphasizes need public efforts prioritize improve access support partners.

Язык: Английский

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