ASSESSMENT OF DEPRESSION AND SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION IN MEN WITH ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE
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Keywords
Alcohol use disorder, Alcohol dependence, Depression, Male Sexual Health, Sexual dysfunction
Abstract
Background: Alcohol dependence (AD) is a disorder of regulation of alcohol use arising from repeated or continuous use of alcohol, that often coexists with a range of psychiatric and physiological issues. Among these, depression and sexual dysfunction are particularly prevalent and significantly impact life.
Aim & Objectives : This study aims to assess the prevalence, severity, and interrelationship between depression and sexual dysfunction in men diagnosed with AD.
Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 110 male participants with AD, recruited at psychiatry department of AIMS & RC. Participants were assessed using Hamilton scale for depression (HAMD) for depression, and the Arizona sexual experience scale (ASEX) for sexual dysfunction.
Results: The results revealed a Mean age at onset of AD was 35.65±5.33, mean HAM-D score was 18.45±3.36 and mean ASEX score 21.07±4.40. A prevalence of moderate depression (65.5%), severe depression (5.5%), and sexual dysfunction (77.25%) among the participants. The most common sexual issues identified were erectile dysfunction, difficulty reaching orgasm, and dissatisfaction with orgasm. A strong positive correlation was found between the severity of depression and the degree of sexual dysfunction (p value 0.01). These findings show significant relationship between AD, depression, and sexual health.
Conclusion: This study highlights the importance of routine comprehensive clinical assessments in men with alcohol dependence with especial emphasis to assessment of depressive disorder and sexual health.
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Dr. Sunil Kumar
Associate professor, Dept of Psychiatry, Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Rajsamand
Dr. Deepak Gehlot
PG Resident doctor, Dept of Psychiatry, Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Rajsamand
Dr. Shveta
PG Resident doctor, Dept of Psychiatry, Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Rajsamand
Dr. Nitin Kumar
Assistant professor, Dept of Psychiatry, Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Rajsamand
Dr. Bharat Agarwal
Professor and head, Dept of Psychiatry, Ananta Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Rajsamand