Prevalence and associated factors of depression and anxiety in Saudi adults with type 1 diabetes: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Background Psychological distress is common in individuals with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and can impair adherence to self-care and glycemic control. Limited studies in the Middle East, particularly post-COVID, have comprehensively examined the prevalence and associated factors of depression and anxiety in this population. Materials and methods We conducted a cross-sectional study of 122 Saudi adults with T1DM. Depression and anxiety were assessed using the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-7). Diabetes self-care activities were evaluated using the Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities (SDSCA). Descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, t-tests, ANOVA, Pearson/Spearman correlations, and logistic/linear regression models were applied to

SUBMITTER: Magliah S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12770430 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature