A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY ON THE PROPORTION OF DEPRESSION, ANXIETY AND STRESS AMONG MADHUMEGAM (TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS) PATIENTS

Background: The prevalence of depression, anxiety and stress is common among madhumegam (Type 2 Diabetes mellitus) patients. Association of depression, anxiety and stress increase the risk of madhumegam (Diabetes mellitus) and its complications and reduce the quality of life. Hence, this study aimed to assess depression, anxiety and stress among patients with madhumegam (Diabetes mellitus). Materials and Methods: The cross-sectional study was carried out among 100 patients those who purposively selected and clinically diagnosed madhumegam (Diabetes mellitus) attending Ayothidoss Pandithar Hospital, National Institute of Siddha, Tambaram Sanatorium, Chennai. The patients were selected by inclusion and exclusion criteria and interviewed using a pre-designed DASS 21 Questionnaire. Data were analysed by using inferential statistics. Results: Out of 100 patients, 23% of patients had depression, 30% of patients had anxiety, and 12 % of patients had stress. Conclusion: Patients with madhumegam (T2DM) had significantly high rates of depression, anxiety and stress. Hence, regular screening of Diabetes Mellitus patients for psychological distress is recommended, along with a diabetes management plan for early identification and treatment.