Prevalence of Depression among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Urban Mysuru – A Cross-Sectional Study

Authors

Jesymol Joy, JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, MYSURUFollow
Renuka M, JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE, JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH,MYSURUFollow
Chiranjeevi G S, JSS MEDICAL COLLEGE JSS ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH,MYSURUFollow

Author ORCID Identifier

0009-0009-3055-5123

Corresponding Author

Renuka M

renukam@jssuni.edu.in

Abstract

Background: Depression is a significant comorbidity among individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) adversely affecting disease management and overall quality of life. Diabetes and depression have a bidirectional relationship, where poorly managed diabetes increases the risk of depression, and depression exacerbates diabetes-related complications. Depression contributes to poor glycemic control, decreased adherence to treatment, increased risk of diabetes-related complications, and higher healthcare utilization.

Objectives: To determine the prevalence of depression and its associated factors among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients in urban Mysuru.

Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 Type 2 Diabetes mellitus patients >18 years of age and diagnosed for >6 months. Data collection involved semi-structured questionnaire covering socio-demographic details and depression assessment using the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS v26.0. Descriptive statistics and chi-square tests to determine associations between depression and sociodemographic factors.

Results: Among the 300 participants, overall prevalence of depression happens to be 57.4%. Minimal depressive symptoms were reported by 18.3%, mild depression by 17%, moderate depression by 14.7%, moderately severe depression by 4.4%, and severe depression by 3% of participants. A statistically significant association were found between gender, Occupation, family history of diabetes with depression levels. Other variables such as age, marital status, education, dietary pattern, substance use, sleep, and comorbidities did not demonstrate statistically significant associations with depression levels.

Conclusion: The high prevalence of depression among T2DM patients in urban Mysuru underscores the urgent need for mental health screening and integrated care strategies. Incorporating lifestyle interventions, psychological support, and routine screening into diabetes management programs could improve patient outcomes and overall well-being.

Publication Date

2025

Publisher

JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research

Conflict of Interest

Nil

Keywords

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Depression, PHQ-9 Questionnaire, Mental Health, Urban

Word Count

3000

Recommended Citation

Joy J, M R, G S C. Prevalence of Depression among Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Urban Mysuru – A Cross-Sectional Study. Digital Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2025; 7(4): -. doi: https://doi.org/10.55691/2582-3868.1275

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