Prevalence and Associated Factors of Psychological Distress Among Diabetic Patients at Thyolo District Hospital in Malawi: A Hospital-Based Cross-Sectional Study.

Gift Kenneth BlangetiTeddie Chima Chrispine Nthezemu KamangaEsmie Mkwinda

Published in: Diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity : targets and therapy (2024)

Approximately 33% of the diabetic patients involved in this study revealed psychological distress, and this condition showed a statistically significant association with age. Conducting routine assessments and implementing early control measures for the associated factors are crucial in mitigating both the prevalence and the impact of psychological distress among diabetic patients.

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