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. 2011 Summer;16(3):244-52.

The process of major depressive disorder (MDD) in women referred to the health centers

Souraj Rahmati-Khameneh  1 , Tayebeh Mehrabi, Maryam Izadi-Dehnavi, Ali Zargham-Boroujeni
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The process of major depressive disorder (MDD) in women referred to the health centers

Souraj Rahmati-Khameneh et al. Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res. 2011 Summer.

Abstract

Background: Major depressive disorder is one of the most widespread psychological problems in the world. The feelings of a person who is affected by this condition is boring. This article aimed to shed light on the experiences of women with major depressive disorder.

Methods: A qualitative approach with thematic analysis design has been used to describe the studied phenomenon as experienced by the participants.

Results: Analysis of 92 codes from 12 interviewed participants brought about 4 main themes including loss, inappropriate marital life, cognitive errors, and economic condition.

Conclusions: This study revealed main concerns of the participants through their life and suggested that psychotherapists should be more sensitive to these aspects of their depress patients' experiences.

Keywords: Major Depressive Disorder; psychosocial factors; qualitative research; women.

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