Background Evidence has shown that the prevalence of depression is much higher among
patients with tuberculosis (TB) and this, in turn, may adversely impact compliance with anti …

As the overall prevalence of TB remains high among certain population groups, there is
growing awareness of psychiatric comorbidity, especially depression and its role in the …

Background Anxiety and depression are frequently and highly occurring mental disorders in
patients with tuberculosis. When depression and anxiety co-morbid with tuberculosis, it …

Background Tuberculosis (TB) remains a global health challenge and depression is a
significant contributor to the global burden of disease. Current evidence suggests that there …

China is still among the 30 high-burden tuberculosis (TB) countries in the world and TB
remains a public health concern. TB can be a cause of mental illness, with prolonged …

Objective: The purpose of this study was to assess anxiety, depression, loneliness, and
stigmatization in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis. Methods: A descriptive and cross …

Background: There is growing evidence that emotional distress expressed in terms of
anxiety and depression is very high among tuberculosis (TB) patients. Objectives: This study …

Depression, anxiety and tuberculosis are common conditions with significant public health
implications. The connection among these conditions is syndemic: the incidence of one …

Tuberculosis (TB) is commonly linked to poverty, overcrowding and malnutrition. It was
known earlier that TB more frequently attacks the most vulnerable part of the society–people …

Mental health comorbidities are common among tuberculosis patients, with higher
prevalence among people with rifampicin-resistant/multidrug-resistant (RR/MDR) …