The role of patient-provider communication: a qualitative study of patient attitudes regarding co-occurring depression and chronic diseases in Malawi

The role of patient-provider communication: a qualitative study of patient attitudes regarding co-occurring depression and chronic diseases in Malawi

Abstract Background Globally, depression is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality particularly in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). The burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are also increasing in LMICs, the conditions frequently co-occur and exacerbate NCD outcomes. Depression inte...

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Main Authors: Christopher F. Akiba, Chifundo C. Zimba, Annie Thom, Maureen Matewere, Vivian Go, Brian Pence, Bradley N. Gaynes, Jones Masiye
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-05-01
Series:BMC Psychiatry
Subjects:
Integrated care
Depression
Non-communicable diseases
Low and middle-income countries
International health
Malawi
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12888-020-02657-2

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