Afghanistan National Depression Screening (ANDs) scale: development and psychometric testing
Ahmad Neyazi,
Abdul Qadim Mohammadi,
Bilal Ahmad Rahimi
et al.
Abstract:Background
Depression is a complex mental health disorder marked by persistent sadness, hopelessness, and reduced interest in daily activities. The present study developed the Afghanistan National Depression Screening (ANDs) scale and examined its psychometric properties within the Afghan population.
Methods
The study enrolled 1245 Afghan individuals as participants. The items within the ANDs scale were developed through a thorough examination of p… Show more
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