Depression, suicidality and associated risk factors among police officers in urban Tanzania: a cross-sectional study.

Belinda Jackson NjiroHarrieth Peter NdumwaCharles Joseph MsengaThomas KawalaEzekiel MatolaJuhudi MhondaHillary CorbinOmary UbuguyuSamuel Likindikoki

Published in: General psychiatry (2021)

The magnitude of depression and suicidality among police officers in urban Tanzania is alarmingly high. The study findings indicate the need for routine screening for depression and suicidality among police officers and design appropriate mental health responsive services in this population.

Keyphrases

mental health
depressive symptoms
sleep quality
healthcare
physical activity
risk factors
cancer therapy
mental illness