Prevalence and factors associated with depression, anxiety and stress symptoms among construction workers in Nepal.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The construction industry in Nepal, which employs a significant proportion of the population, ranks as one of the largest industries in the country. Construction work is physically demanding and can be risky due to the use of heavy machinery and the presence of intense physical labor. However, the physical and mental health of construction workers in Nepal is often neglected. This study aimed to assess psychological distress (depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms) and its association with socio-demographic, lifestyle, and occupational factors among construction workers in Kavre district, Nepal.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study from 1st October 2019 to 15th January 2020 among 402 construction workers in Banepa, and Panauti municipalities of Kavre d

SUBMITTER: Adhikari B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10228773 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature