Prevalence of depression and its determinant factors among infertile patients in Iran based on the PHQ-9

Conclusion The prevalence of depression in this study was considerably higher than general population estimates. This disorder was more prevalent in women, patient with long infertility duration, treatment failure, and self-cause of infertility. These findings deserve significant attention in health care planning and programs for this population.
Source: Middle East Fertility Society Journal - Category: Reproduction Medicine Source Type: research