Using the GHQ-12 to screen for mental health problems among primary care patients: psychometrics and practical considerations.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study explores the factor structure of the Indonesian version of the GHQ-12 based on several theoretical perspectives and determines the threshold for optimum sensitivity and specificity. Through a focus group discussion, we evaluate the practicality of the GHQ-12 as a screening tool for mental health problems among adult primary care patients in Indonesia.

Methods

This is a prospective study exploring the construct validity, criterion validity and reliability of the GHQ-12, conducted with 676 primary care patients attending 28 primary care clinics randomised for participation in the study. Participants' GHQ-12 scores were compared with their psychiatric diagnosis based on face-to-face clinical interviews with GPs using the CIS-R. Exploratory and Confirmatory

SUBMITTER: Anjara SG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7418321 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature