Study of Prevalence of Depression Among Hypertensive and Diabetic Subjects

Abstract

Introduction: Hypertension, Diabetes mellitus and depression are among the group of the most common chronic diseases worldwide, and according to numerous studies they are oftentimes associated. Patients suffering from lifestyle diseases may have increased depression levels in relation with long-term management of these diseases. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of depression among diabetes mellitus and hypertensive patients. Materials and methods: A cross-sectional research design was adopted for the study. The study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital. 100 subjects were included in study. Patients were given preformed proforma to fill the data regarding socio-demographic profile and status of diabetes mellitus and hypertension. Major depression inventory tool was used to assess depression. Results: Study shows out of 100 subjects 44 subjects were having depression and 56 subjects were nondepressed. 37.5 % of diabetic subjects were having depression. 43.75% of hypertensive subjects were having depression. 60% of subjects those who were suffering from hypertension and diabetes both were depressed. Conclusion: The prevalence of depression is high in patients with diabetes and has a considerable impact on the consequences of diabetes and quality of life too.