Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of EPDS and BDI-II as a screening tool for antenatal depression: evidence from Qatar

Naja, Sarah; Al-Kubaisi, Noora; Chehab, Mohamad; Al-Dahshan, Ayman; Abuhashem, Nada; Bougmiza, Iheb

doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2019-030365

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“…Comparing our findings to local pre-pandemic rates, in Qatar, the prevalence of depression in the general population is 13.8%, that of anxiety disorders is 12.1%, and rates are higher at 22 and 21.4% for the female population [18]. A recent smaller study on 128 women from Qatar put the prevalence of depression among pregnant women at 27.3% [19]. In addition, analysis did not reveal any association of anxiety and depression scores with occupation, pregnancy complications, gestational age or previous mental health illness; therefore, given that rates of these mental health conditions have increased substantially over the pandemic period, this could be attributed to the psychological impact of the pandemic and related restrictions.…”

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“…Table 2 details the GAD-7 and PHQ-9 scores indicative of anxiety and depression severity among the participants. Within the group whose scores were indicative of anxiety (at least 5), nearly half of the group (46.6%) scored in the moderate to severe range (10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16)(17)(18)(19)(20)(21). Whereas among those with depression scores (5 or more), 45.1% scored in the moderate to severe range (10)(11)(12)(13)(14)(15)(16)(17)(18)(19)(20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25)(26)(27).…”

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the perinatal mental health of women

Farrell

Reagu

Mohan

et al. 2020

Journal of Perinatal Medicine

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Short CommunicationsThe physical health impact of the coronavirus disease infection (COVID-19) has received attention worldwide; however, data around the psychological impact of the pandemic is still emerging and little has been reported on psychological effects among vulnerable groups. This study was undertaken with the aim of studying the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related restrictions on perinatal mental health among women in Qatar.Objectives and MethodsA cross- sectional survey of women accessing maternity services in Qatar was carried out during the months of June and July 2020 at the local peak of the pandemic. Background data including relevant demographic details, pregnancy and mental health history, concerns, as well as helpful stress-reducing factors reported by women was collected. Depression and anxiety symptomatology was studied using the Patient Health Questionnaire Anxiety-Depression Scale (PHQ-ADS).ResultsThe survey results revealed a high prevalence of anxiety and Depressive symptomatology (34.4 and 39.2% respectively), based on PHQ-ADS scoring. These rates appeared much higher than the reported pre-pandemic prevalence and were not affected by occupation, previous mental health problems or pregnancy complications. Women’s most commonly reported concerns as well as coping factors are discussed.ConclusionsResults indicate a marked increase in anxiety and depressive symptoms during the COVID-19 pandemic, among pregnant and puerperal individuals, who constitute a vulnerable group with respect to mental health morbidity. These findings can be used to inform public health interventions, among which, consideration should be given to routine mental health screening of vulnerable groups during major health crises.

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the perinatal mental health of women

Farrell

Reagu

Mohan

et al. 2020

Journal of Perinatal Medicine

112

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“…This scale has been validated in eighteen Arabic speaking countries including United Arab Emirates [42]. The BDI-II scale has a sensitivity of 96% and specificity of 63% at a cut-off of �18 scores [43].…”

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Self-esteem and other risk factors for depressive symptoms among adolescents in United Arab Emirates

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Background Little is known about depressive symptoms among adolescents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This study aimed to identify the prevalence of depression and its association with selfesteem, individual, parental and family factors among adolescents aged 12 to 18 in UAE. Methods Six hundred adolescents, aged 12 to 18 years were recruited from 4 of 111 schools in a cross-sectional study. We administered Beck Depression Inventory Scale and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale to measure self-report symptoms of depression and self-esteem. We used multiple linear regression to identify significant predictors of depression. Results Over 86% of the identified sample participated to the survey. The mean age of the sample was 14.3 (±1.3) with an excess of girls (61%). Depressive symptoms were detected in 17.2% (95% CI 14.2-20.7). There was an inverse relationship between self-esteem scores and depressive symptoms. Positive predictors of depressive symptoms, having controlled for age, gender, and ethnicity included experiencing neglect, being verbally abused in school, having no monthly allowance to spend in school, a history of physical morbidities requiring treatment, being a current or past smoker and a low family income. Conclusion The high prevalence of depressive symptoms measured in this survey suggests a significant public health problem among adolescents in the UAE. Public health interventions aimed at

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“…The following algorithm has been used to interpret the BDI-II: minimal depression = 0–13, mild depression = 14–19, moderate depression = 20–28, and severe depression = 29–63. We used the validated Arabic version of the BDI-II in our study [ 26 ].…”

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Vitamin D Doses from Solar Ultraviolet and Dietary Intakes in Patients with Depression: Results of a Case-Control Study

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The purpose of this study to estimate cumulative vitamin D doses from solar ultraviolet and dietary intakes in patients with depression and compare it to healthy controls. Using a case-control research design, a sample of 96 patients with depression were age- and sex-matched with 96 healthy controls. Dietary vitamin D dose was estimated from diet analysis. Vitamin D-weighted ultraviolet solar doses were estimated from action spectrum conversion factors and geometric conversion factors accounting for the skin type, the fraction of body exposed, and age factor. Patients with depression had a lower dose of vitamin D (IU) per day with 234, 153, and 81 per day from all sources, sunlight exposure, and dietary intake, respectively. Controls had a higher intake of vitamin D (IU) per day with 357, 270, and 87 per day from all sources, sunlight exposure, and dietary intake, respectively. Only 19% and 30% met the minimum daily recommended dose of ≥400 IU per day for cases and controls, respectively. The sensitivity, specificity, percentage correctly classified and receiver operating characteristic (ROC) Area for the estimated vitamin D against serum vitamin D as reference were 100%, 79%, 80%, and 89%. Physical activity level was the only predictor of daily vitamin D dose. Vitamin D doses are lower than the recommended dose of ≥400 IU (10 mcg) per day for both cases with depression and healthy controls, being much lower in the former.

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Psychometric properties of the Arabic version of EPDS and BDI-II as a screening tool for antenatal depression: evidence from Qatar

Cited by 42 publications

References 22 publications

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the perinatal mental health of women

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the perinatal mental health of women

Self-esteem and other risk factors for depressive symptoms among adolescents in United Arab Emirates

Vitamin D Doses from Solar Ultraviolet and Dietary Intakes in Patients with Depression: Results of a Case-Control Study

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