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Depression Among Medical Students at Sohag University
Sponsor: Sohag University
Summary
Introduction Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health disorders globally, significantly impacting individuals' quality of life, academic performance, and overall functioning. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression affects more than 264 million people worldwide, and it is considered a leading cause of disability. Among young adults, particularly students, the condition is increasingly common and often underdiagnosed and undertreated (1). Medical students are at a disproportionately higher risk of depression compared to the general population due to the intense academic workload, pressure to perform, competitive environment, and exposure to human suffering during clinical training (2). A meta-analysis found that approximatel…
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 25 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
300
Start Date
2026-03-01
Completion Date
2026-09-28
Last Updated
2026-02-23
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Questionnaire
The questionnaire was constructed to comprehensively assess depression symptoms alongside relevant socio-demographic and lifestyle factors that may be associated with mental health outcomes among medical students.
Locations (1)
Sohag Faculty of Medicine
Sohag, Sohag Governorate, Egypt