Journal of Depression and Anxiety
Open Access
ISSN: 2167-1044
ISSN: 2167-1044
Biksegn Asrat
Aksum
Ethiopia
Research Article
Mental Distress and Associated Factors among Health Professionals Working in Tertiary Teaching Hospital, South West Ethiopia
Author(s): Biksegn Asrat, Eshetu Girma, Matiwos Soboka and Kenfe TesfayBiksegn Asrat, Eshetu Girma, Matiwos Soboka and Kenfe Tesfay
Background: Health care is a demanding profession physically and mentally which contributes risk for mental distress. Even though it studied well in economically advanced nations, little is known among health professionals in Africa. The aim of this study was to assess prevalence and risk factors of mental distress among health professionals.
Methods: This study was conducted from November 15, 2013 to December 15, 2013 at JUTH using an institution based cross-sectional study design. All health professionals (N=403) were included from various disciplines. Selfreport questionnaire (SRQ-20) was used to detect mental distress. Other structured questionnaire related to sociodemographic characteristics, burnout, work related condition, and substance use habits were used to collect data.
Result: Out of the total study participants (n=334), 29.9% (n=100) of them were found.. View More»
DOI:
10.4172/2167-1044.1000192