PREVALENCE OF ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION AND THEIR EFFECTS ON QUALITY OF LIFE IN HEMODIALYSIS PATIENTS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.66021/pakmcr1085Keywords:
Hemodialysis, Anxiety, Depression, End-Stage Renal Disease, Quality of Life, HADSAbstract
Background: End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) is a serious health condition that requires lifelong treatment such as hemodialysis. Patients undergoing hemodialysis often face not only physical challenges but also psychological problems, including anxiety and depression. These mental health issues can negatively influence patients’ quality of life, treatment adherence, and overall well-being.
Objective(s): To determine the prevalence of anxiety and depression and their effects on the quality of life among patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Methodology: A cross-sectional study design was used for this research. Data were collected from multiple dialysis centers in Lahore over a period of four months. A total of 59 patients undergoing hemodialysis were selected through a non-probability convenience sampling technique. Participants aged 18 years and above who had been receiving hemodialysis for at least six months were included in the study. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that included demographic information and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). The collected data were analyzed using SPSS version 25. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations were used to present the results.
Results: The mean age of participants was 45.95 years, with males representing 57.6% and females 42.4% of the sample. The findings revealed that 44.1% of participants had abnormal anxiety and 39.0% had borderline anxiety. In terms of depression, 33.9% showed abnormal depression and 52.5% showed borderline depression. Many participants also reported symptoms such as restlessness, sadness, and worrying thoughts.
Conclusion(s): The study concludes that anxiety and depression are highly prevalent among hemodialysis patients and significantly affect their psychological well-being. Regular mental health screening and psychological support are essential to improve the quality of life of these patients.
