Citation

Rahmati-Khameneh S, Mehrabi T, Izadi-Dehnavi M, Zargham-Boroujeni A. Iran. J. Nurs. Midwifery Res. 2011; 16(3): 244-252.

Affiliation

PhD Student, ICOT University, UK.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Medknow Publications)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

22224114

PMCID

PMC3249806

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Major depressive disorder is one of the most widespread psychological problems in the world. The feelings of a person who is affected by this condition is boring. This article aimed to shed light on the experiences of women with major depressive disorder.

METHODS: A qualitative approach with thematic analysis design has been used to describe the studied phenomenon as experienced by the participants.

RESULTS: Analysis of 92 codes from 12 interviewed participants brought about 4 main themes including loss, inappropriate marital life, cognitive errors, and economic condition.

CONCLUSIONS: This study revealed main concerns of the participants through their life and suggested that psychotherapists should be more sensitive to these aspects of their depress patients' experiences.

Language: en