Title:
Factors Influencing Depression and Anxiety Disorders Among Women of Reproductive Age in India – A Review of Literature
Authors:
Jha, Swati
Place:
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Publisher:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute [etc.]
Year:
2022
PAGE:
viii, 50
Language:
En
Subject:
Maternal Health – Lessons Learned
Keywords:
Depression, Anxiety, Women of reproductive age, Mental disorders, India
Abstract:
Mental health is a significant public health problem, and depression and anxiety among mental disorders contribute to the maximum burden in India among women of reproductive age. The main objective of this thesis aims to identify the factors affecting depression and anxiety in women of reproductive age in India. Methodology - The author systematically searched the literature using the conceptual framework published by the “office on women’s health” in the United States of America. Databases used were PubMed, PsycINFO, Elsevier, and Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam library. In addition, the author retrieved relevant literature on India in English, published in or after 2010. Findings - In India, the prevalence of depression and anxiety among women of reproductive age are interlinked to various factors such as biological factors, gender discrimination, stigma, poverty, violence and abuse. This problem is further aggravated by contributing factors such as low mental health literacy, high out-of-pocket expenditure for treatment, and lack of availability of mental health workers and services. On the other hand, education, financial independence, and peer and familial support were found to impact women’s mental well-being positively. Discussion - Vulnerable phases in women’s life interlinked with environmental factors contribute highly to the risk of common mental disorders in women of reproductive age. There are health system-based shortages and issues which increase the treatment gap. Policymakers must address poverty and gender equity and focus on stigma at all levels. Intersectoral collaboration and community-level interventions are required for mental health screening, awareness and promotion across India.
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute , VU - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Institute:
KIT (Royal Tropical Institute)
Country:
India
Region:
South Asia
Training:
Master of International Health (MIH)
Category:
Research
Right:
@ 2022 Jha
Document type:
Thesis/dissertation
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