Prevalence of Mental Disorders in Nepal: Findings from the Pilot Study

Jha, Anjani Kumar; Ojha, Saroj Prasad; Dahal, Sushma; Sharma, Pallavi; Pant, Sagun Ballav; Labh, Sweta; Marahatta, Kedar; Shakya, Subarna; Adhikari, Ramesh P.; Joshi, Devrat; Luitel, Nagendra P.; Dhimal, Meghnath

doi:10.33314/jnhrc.v0i0.1960

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“…Nepal's first national mental health survey begun in November 2017 and is expected to end in January 2021 (Jha et al, 2019). With Specialist Psychiatry programs in 11 colleges, and burgeoning institutional journals, psychiatric research in the country appears poised for a great leap forward.…”

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The state of psychiatric research in the Asia Pacific region

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Fung

Ransing

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Asia-Pacific Psychiatry

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Introduction This study aims to review recent scientific publications and research output in the field of psychiatry, from a series of countries in the Asia‐Pacific region (Australia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Lebanon, Malaysia, and Nepal), with a view to identify themes and similarities across regions, as well as to examine the barriers and challenges in mental health research faced by countries in the region. Methods Seven psychiatrists from seven countries reviewed recent published and ongoing research in psychiatry in their respective nations, with respect to themes, as well as any barriers or challenges faced by mental health researchers. Results While the seven nations included in this review vary in terms of research capabilities and economic development level, they share many similarities both in terms of research direction, and with regards to challenges faced. Limitations in the form of sociocultural differences from the West, and a lack of funding were some of the barriers identified. Discussion Mental health research in the region has been progressing well. However, more varied research in the form of qualitative or economic studies are lacking, as are multi‐center studies. The similar issues that nations face with regards to research could perhaps benefit from collaborative efforts and initiatives for the furtherance of research in the region.

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The state of psychiatric research in the Asia Pacific region

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Ransing

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Asia-Pacific Psychiatry

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“…Most studies on mental disorders among older people have been conducted in high‐income countries, with similar studies less common in developing countries such as Nepal. Studies suggest higher prevalence of mental disorders among older people compared to younger adults (Jha et al, 2019). A systematic review among older people in Nepal (Thapa, Visentin, Kornhaber, & Cleary, 2018a) reported prevalence of depressive symptoms ranging from 25.5 to 60.6% among community‐dwelling older adults.…”

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Prevalence and factors associated with depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms among older adults: A cross‐sectional population‐based study

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Visentin

Kornhaber

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Nursing & Health Sciences

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Despite population aging and the increase in mental health problems, studies on the mental health of older people in developing countries are lacking. This population-based crosssectional study estimated the prevalence and associated factors for depression, anxiety and stress symptoms among older adults in Nepal. Community-dwelling older adults (N = 794) were interviewed using a questionnaire which consisted of the 21-item Depression Anxiety Stress Scales; and a wide range of sociodemographic, health-related, and lifestyle characteristics; functional ability, social support, participation in social activities, and adverse life events. The prevalence of symptoms was 15.4% for depression, 18.1% for anxiety, and 12.1% for stress. Risk factors for symptoms included female gender, working in agriculture, lower household wealth, perceived poor health, smoking, chronic conditions, migration of adult children, and exposure to adverse life events. Receiving an allowance, physical exercise, functional ability, social support, and participation in social activities were found to have protective effects. The findings indicate the need for community-based interventions, including appropriate diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, and mental health promotion programs targeting the risk and protective factors.

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“…The study showed that the current prevalence of any form of mental disorders was 12.9%. Similarly, current major depressive disorder was found among 0.7% adolescents and 3.4% adults [ 16 ]. A nationwide cross-sectional study conducted among representative adult sample in Nepal in 2013 using Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) demonstrated the age- and gender-adjusted point prevalences of anxiety and depression as 16.2% and 4.1% respectively [ 17 ].…”

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Self-reported psychological distress during the COVID-19 outbreak in Nepal: findings from an online survey

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Adhikari

Gupta

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BMC Psychol

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Background A lower respiratory tract infection caused by novel coronavirus termed as Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) was first identified in China and subsequently took the form of pandemic. Studies on disease outbreak in the past and recent COVID-19 outbreak have demonstrated increased psychological distress and adverse impacts on mental health and psychological wellbeing of people. However, the impact of COVID-19 on psychological wellbeing of people in Nepal hasn't been studied adequately. So, this paper aims to report the findings from a social media survey on psychological impacts of COVID-19 in Nepal. Methods Data were collected through social media from 2082 Nepalese respondents between 23rd April, 2020 and 3rd May, 2020. A total of 2014 respondents who were currently residing in Nepal were included in the analysis. Results The study suggested that half of the respondents suffered from at least one symptom of psychological distress whereas 32% suffered from two or more symptoms of psychological distress such as restlessness, fearfulness, anxiety and worry and sadness in the past 2 weeks preceding the survey date. The findings further suggested that respondents having lower family income, residing in rented room, and participants from province 2 were more likely to suffer from both single and multiple symptoms of psychological distress. Conclusion The study has shown high prevalence of psychological distress amongst the Nepalese respondents following COVID-19 outbreak. Appropriate mental health and psychosocial support response needs to be instituted to adequately respond to psychological impacts of the epidemic.

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Prevalence of Mental Disorders in Nepal: Findings from the Pilot Study

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The state of psychiatric research in the Asia Pacific region

The state of psychiatric research in the Asia Pacific region

Prevalence and factors associated with depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms among older adults: A cross‐sectional population‐based study

Self-reported psychological distress during the COVID-19 outbreak in Nepal: findings from an online survey

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