TRẦM CẢM VÀ MỘT SỐ YẾU TỐ LIÊN QUAN CỦA HỌC SINH TRUNG HỌC PHỔ THÔNG TẠI THÀNH PHỐ VĨNH LONG, TỈNH VĨNH LONG NĂM 2023

Abstract

Background: Adolescence is a sensitive stage in a child's transition from childhood to adulthood, and the psychosocial changes during this period are strongly influenced by family circumstances, social relationships, and the educational environment. If not well managed, the pressures from these factors can lead to various mental health disorders, with depression being the most common. Objective: Determining the prevalence of depression among high school students and identifying the factors associated with depression among high school students in Vinh Long province in 2023. Subjects and Research Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted, involving an analysis of 919 high school students from grades 10 to 12 in Vinh Long province. Two classes were randomly selected from each grade level, totaling four high schools in Vinh Long province. Results: Research shows that the prevalence of depression and anxiety among students is as follows: 8.8% exhibit symptoms of depression, and 12.2% experience depression. The rates of low, moderate, and high anxiety are 42.8%, 35.6%, and 21.7%, respectively. Family and school factors such as living with an alcoholic person, living with someone experiencing depression or mental illness, experiencing verbal abuse and physical violence, engaging in intense arguments, or being subjected to harsh criticism and threats by teachers are risk factors for depression in high school students (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of depression and anxiety among high school students in Vĩnh Long is at the national average level. However, factors such as family and teachers have a significant impact on the mental health of students, requiring schools and families to implement solutions for students to improve their mental health