Mental Health Status Among Perimenopausal Women in Urban Slums
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Sundaramoorthy Sudhakar, TS Pradeep
Primary Institution: Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education and Research
Hypothesis
This study aims to assess the prevalence of stress, anxiety, and depression among perimenopausal women living in urban slums.
Conclusion
The study found a higher prevalence of stress, anxiety, and depression among perimenopausal women, with educational status, marital status, and age being significant factors associated with these conditions.
Supporting Evidence
- 83.8% of participants reported moderate stress.
- 75.7% experienced moderate anxiety.
- 55.4% exhibited severe depression.
- Educational status was significantly associated with stress.
- Marital status was significantly associated with depression.
Takeaway
Many women going through menopause in poor urban areas feel very stressed, anxious, or sad, and things like their education and marital status can make it worse.
Methodology
This cross-sectional study used the DASS-21 scale questionnaire to assess mental health status among perimenopausal women in urban slums.
Potential Biases
Potential confounding variables such as cultural stigma and access to healthcare were not assessed.
Limitations
The study did not confirm perimenopausal status with FSH levels and was limited to a single urban slum, affecting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Participants were perimenopausal women aged 40-50 years, primarily homemakers, with a mean age of 43.6 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.04
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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