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The aim is to assess the prevalence of depression, perceived stress, and social support among infertile women in Dhaka.

June 11, 2026Mental IllnessOpen Access

Depression, Perceived Stress, and Social Support Among Infertile Women Attending Fertility Centers in Dhaka, Bangladesh: A Cross‐Sectional Study

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Cross-sectional study investigates depression and stress levels in infertile women, suggesting urgent mental health support.

The aim is to assess the prevalence of depression, perceived stress, and social support among infertile women in Dhaka.
Descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among 373 infertile women aged 18–45 years in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Data collection through face-to-face interviews using validated instruments (BDI‐II, PSS‐10, MSPSS).
Statistical analyses included chi-square tests and multivariable linear regression analyses.
50.1% of women reported depressive symptoms, with higher rates in those aged > 35 years and experiencing infertility for over 5 years.
94.4% of participants experienced moderate-to-high perceived stress.
Only 27.3% reported high perceived social support, with significant associations to age, employment status, and infertility duration.

Mehriban et al. (2026) studied this question.

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