Abstract
Objective:to assess the role of social and psychological factors in manifestation of depression and anxiety, to estimate the prevalence of depression and anxiety symptoms among students.Method:students of Universities in Lithuania participate in survey: they are assessed with HADS, Beck Depression Inventory and the Symptoms of Anxiety-Depression index containing four symptoms of anxiety (tension, restlessness) and depression (feeling blue, hopelessness). The population includes students aged 20 – 22 years. We are assessing students in the first and four years from the various universities. Demographic, environmental data, psychological and social factors are associated with manifestation of depression and anxiety symptoms.Results:results show, that the prevalence of depressive and anxiety symptoms is rather high. The HADS scale performed better in detecting depressive and anxiety disorders. Patients with anxiety and depressive disorders had adverse social and psychological factors, as financial problems, lack of support from parents, workload, personality features. Personal psychiatric history is related to depression.Conclusion:These findings underline the importance of screening of depressive and anxiety disorders in young people – students of Universities. Preventive mental health programs should be developed and implemented.
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