Journal of Psychiatry

Tabasum Dilawar

Publications

• Research Article
  A Descriptive Study on Perceived Levels of Stress, Coping and Their Correlation in Retirees of Kashmir Valley
  Author(s): Shabir Ahmad Dar, Ifshana Iliyas, Tabasum Dilawar and Temheeda RahmanShabir Ahmad Dar, Ifshana Iliyas, Tabasum Dilawar and Temheeda Rahman
  
  Background: Retirement is a major and fundamental life change that affects numerous areas. The transition from a life of work to one of retirement has both practical and emotional implications. Apart from physical health issues, they are more likely to suffer from mental and psychological distress.Materials and methods: A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted among 100 retirees of district Srinagar from June 2015 to June 2016, using a semi-structured questionnaire. Levels of Stress and coping among retirees were assessed using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scales and Brief COPE scale.Results: Nearly 40(40%) of cases had moderate level (10-12), 03(03%) had severe level (13-16), 04(04%) had extremely severe level (17+), and around 35(35%) had no stress (0-7). Majority of retired employees 85(85%)either used averag.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2378-5756.1000443

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