Perceived Stress Scale Among Adolescents with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

Ghada M Khafagy Inas El SayedShimaa AbbasSaeed S A Soliman

Published in: International journal of women's health (2020)

PCOS adolescents have higher incidence of severe perceived stress; however, degree of PSS was independent of BMI, WC, acne or hirsutism severity and shows only weak correlations with DBP. Our results urge the need for implementing a holistic approach that should include stress reduction programs to help adolescents get ready for their adult life.

Keyphrases

physical activity
young adults
social support
depressive symptoms
stress induced
body mass index
public health
risk factors
early onset
polycystic ovary syndrome
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
childhood cancer
hidradenitis suppurativa