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Journal Article 
Prevalence of Depression and Anxiety during the COVID-19 Pandemic among the Residents of an Urban Slum in North India 
Rehman, T; Singh, T; Sharma, S; Kumar, J; Govindan, D; Singh, SM 
2021 
Yes 
Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice
ISSN: 0976-3147
EISSN: 0976-3155 
12 
1 
153-158 
English 
33531775 
Objectives  This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of depression and anxiety, and assess the knowledge, practice, and concerns regarding coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) among the residents of an urban slum in Chandigarh, India. Materials and Methods  Participants were screened using Patient Health Questionnaire-9 and Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scales. Results  The mean (standard deviation) age of 200 enrolled participants was 33 (13) years with 83% ( n = 166) being females. The prevalence of depression and anxiety was 3.5% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.95-6.05) and 2.5% (95% CI: 0.34-4.66), respectively. Of total, 46% ( n = 92) knew that COVID-19 can transmit through droplets and 30.5% ( n = 61) were concerned that they might get infected with disease. Half of the participants ( n = 100) believed that there was unnecessary worry regarding COVID-19 and 78% ( n = 156) covered mouth while coughing or sneezing. Conclusion  To cope with this critical situation, it is necessary to strengthen the awareness programs targeting the mental health issues of the people.