Depression, Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder among People with Orthopedic Conditions atAaBET Hospital. A Cross-sectional Study
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2024-10
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Addis Ababa University
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Introduction: - Orthopedic conditions, which encompass a range of issues affecting the bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments, are prevalent worldwide, impacting millions of individuals. While the physical limitations and pain associated with these conditions are well-documented, the mental health implications—such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)—are frequently overlooked. Thus, there is a lack of previous study in our study area so this study aims to explore depression, anxiety and post traumatic syndrome disorders among people with orthopedic conditions at AaBET hospital Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2024.
Methodology: - institutional based correctional study design was conducted on 422 patients. Data collected for the study was analyzed using SPSS version 25, employing descriptive statistics to summarize categorical and continuous variables, and utilizing t-tests to assess sex differences in depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and anxiety. Logistic regression analysis model were fitted to identify the association between outcome and independent variables. Adjusted odds ratios with 95% confidence intervals were calculated to evaluate the significance of relevant factors, with a p-value of ≤ 0.05 considered significant. Ethical clearance was obtained from the Addis Ababa University School of Psychology, and permission was granted by AaBET Hospital for research conduct. Informed consent was secured from participants, who were assured of the confidentiality of their data, which would only be used for the study's purposes. All records were securely stored, ensuring that personal information remained anonymous in any reports.
Result: - The study assessed 422 orthopedic trauma patients, revealing significant demographic and clinical characteristics, including a predominance of males (59.6%) with a mean age of 37 years, many residing in urban areas (79.9%) and having low educational attainment (27.3% with only elementary education). The leading cause of injury was road traffic accidents (42.8%), with upper extremity injuries being the most common (72.2%), and a notable portion of patients reporting chronic illnesses (29%). Mental health issues were prevalent, with 35% experiencing anxiety, 24.7% stress, and 40.3% depression, highlighting the critical need for integrated mental health support in the rehabilitation process for these patients.
Conclusion: - The existing research clearly highlights the significant mental health burden experienced by individuals with orthopedic conditions. Addressing these challenges is critical for improving their overall well-being and quality of life. However, further research is needed to refine our understanding of the specific factors contributing to these conditions and to develop tailored interventions that address the diverse needs of this population
Keywords: - post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, prevalence.
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post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, prevalence.