Review
The Social Determinants of Depression among Adolescents in Low and Middle Income Countries: A Scoping Review Protocol
Author(s):
Isayas Wubshet*, Kibur Engedawor, Semere Gebremariam, Clementine Kanazayire and Pamela Abbott
Background: Adolescence is an important and stressful period characterized by rapid biological,
psychological and social changes. Early signs of depression often emerge during early
adolescence. Apart from biological and psychological factors, the interaction among different
social factors in the family, school and neighborhood plays a significant role in determining
depression among adolescents. Although depression is highly prevalent in low and middle
income countries, there is a shortage of comprehensive scoping reviews that examine the social
factors and their relationships.
Objective: The purpose of this review is to gain an understanding of the social determinants of
adolescent depression in family, school and neighborhood settings.
Method and analysis: This protocol will adhere to framewor.. Read More»
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