Social and structural factors associated with depression and suicidality among men who have sex with men and transgender women in Nepal.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The prevalence of depression and suicidality is high among men who have sex with men (MSM) and transgender women (TGW) worldwide. Stigma and discrimination are likely contributing factors. More research is needed in low-income, non-English speaking countries to assess the effects of social and structural factors on depression and suicidality among MSM and TGW.

Methods

Nepalese MSM and TGW (n = 340) were recruited using a respondent-driven sampling design and filled out a survey questionnaire. The outcomes were depression and suicidality. Data was analyzed using bivariate and multivariable logistic regression.

Results

More than half of the participants (59%) suffered from depression. Severe depression was more common among TGW compared to MSM (41 and 20%,

SUBMITTER: Storm S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8479926 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature