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Longitudinal Pattern of Prevalence of Depression (PHQ >10) in Medical Students
| Variable | First MBBS-2 months n (%) n=325 | First MBBS-8 months n (%) n=279 | Second MBBS-18 months (%) n=320 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depression | |||
| Present | 139 (42.8) | 101 (36.2) | 136 (42.5) |
| Absent | 186 (57.2) | 178 (63.8) | 184 (57.5) |
PHQ – Patient health questionnaire, MBBS – Bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery
