Depression and Associated Factors among International Students in a Private University of Bangladesh
Pubblicato online: 10 set 2020
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Ricevuto: 08 lug 2020
Accettato: 11 ago 2020
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/gp-2020-0021
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© 2020 Adamu Jamilah et al., published by Sciendo
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Background
Depression is the second major cause of disability and is a principal source of disease burden worldwide which is quite common among international students.
Aim
This study explored the depression and its associated factors among international students of a private university in Bangladesh.
Methods
This cross-sectional study was conducted among 149 international students at a private university in Dhaka, Bangladesh using the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression (CES-D 10) Scale.
Results
The prevalence of depressive symptoms among international students was 47.7%. Students’ age, marital status, satisfaction with living conditions and problems concerning studies, food, homesickness, finances, accommodation, and health were significantly associated with depression.
Conclusion
This study concluded that there is an unmet need for psychological support for international students studying in Bangladesh. Appropriate support services should be directed to them to help and to overcome the challenges they face.