Prevalence and Associated Factors of Mental Distress among Caregivers of Patients with Epilepsy in Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study Design

Prevalence and Associated Factors of Mental Distress among Caregivers of Patients with Epilepsy in Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study Design

Background. Caregiving to individuals with mental illness is a broad responsibility, including not only practical help and care but also emotional support. Cross-sectional studies in different localities suggested a significant burden of mental distress among caregivers of patients with epilepsy, bu...

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Main Authors:	Sofia Seid, Demeke Demilew, Solomon Yimer, Awoke Mihretu
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Hindawi Limited 2018-01-01
Series:	Psychiatry Journal
Online Access:	http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/2819643

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