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

ConclusionThe 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