The Relationship Between Menstrual Poverty and Depressive Symptoms in Women Aged 15-49 in Balçova District of İzmir

Tuba Polat; Zeynep Varol; Hatice Şimşek

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The Relationship Between Menstrual Poverty and Depressive Symptoms in Women Aged 15-49 in Balçova District of İzmir

Yazarlar:

Tuba Polat | Zeynep Varol | Hatice Şimşek

Yayıncı:

Dokuz Eylul University

Ana Başlıklar:

Health Services and Systems (Other)

Dergi:

Journal of Basic and Clinical Health Sciences Vol.9 Issue 2, pp.352-360

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

5/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001349152

pISSN:

2564-7288

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Özet:

 Purpose: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between menstrual poverty and depressive symptoms in women aged 15-49 living in the Fevzi Çakmak and Çetin Emeç neighborhoods of Balçova, İzmir. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among women aged 15-49 living in Balçova between December 2022 and August 2023. A total of 304 women were recruited using a cluster sampling method. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews. The dependent variable was the presence of depressive symptoms, and the independent variable was menstrual poverty. Additional variables included socio-demographic characteristics, economic status, household features, and health perception. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square tests, t-tests, and logistic regression. Results: According to the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 PHQ-9 scale, 41.1 of women reported moderate depressive symptoms, and 20.1 experienced moderately severe depressive symptoms. Over the past year, 70.4 of the participants experienced menstrual poverty. Women who experienced menstrual poverty were 2.1 times more likely to report depressive symptoms compared to those who did not OR2.1, p0.012, 95 CI1.1-3.8. Age and household income were also found to be significant risk factors for depressive symptoms. Conclusion: The study indicates that menstrual poverty negatively impacts the mental health of women in Balçova. Policymakers are urged to address this issue and develop supportive interventions for women.

 Purpose: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between menstrual poverty and depressive symptoms in women aged 15-49 living in the Fevzi Çakmak and Çetin Emeç neighborhoods of Balçova, İzmir. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among women aged 15-49 living in Balçova between December 2022 and August 2023. A total of 304 women were recruited using a cluster sampling method. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews. The dependent variable was the presence of depressive symptoms, and the independent variable was menstrual poverty. Additional variables included socio-demographic characteristics, economic status, household features, and health perception. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square tests, t-tests, and logistic regression. Results: According to the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 PHQ-9 scale, 41.1 of women reported moderate depressive symptoms, and 20.1 experienced moderately severe depressive symptoms. Over the past year, 70.4 of the participants experienced menstrual poverty. Women who experienced menstrual poverty were 2.1 times more likely to report depressive symptoms compared to those who did not OR2.1, p0.012, 95 CI1.1-3.8. Age and household income were also found to be significant risk factors for depressive symptoms. Conclusion: The study indicates that menstrual poverty negatively impacts the mental health of women in Balçova. Policymakers are urged to address this issue and develop supportive interventions for women.

 Purpose: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between menstrual poverty and depressive symptoms in women aged 15-49 living in the Fevzi Çakmak and Çetin Emeç neighborhoods of Balçova, İzmir. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among women aged 15-49 living in Balçova between December 2022 and August 2023. A total of 304 women were recruited using a cluster sampling method. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews. The dependent variable was the presence of depressive symptoms, and the independent variable was menstrual poverty. Additional variables included socio-demographic characteristics, economic status, household features, and health perception. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square tests, t-tests, and logistic regression. Results: According to the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 PHQ-9 scale, 41.1 of women reported moderate depressive symptoms, and 20.1 experienced moderately severe depressive symptoms. Over the past year, 70.4 of the participants experienced menstrual poverty. Women who experienced menstrual poverty were 2.1 times more likely to report depressive symptoms compared to those who did not OR2.1, p0.012, 95 CI1.1-3.8. Age and household income were also found to be significant risk factors for depressive symptoms. Conclusion: The study indicates that menstrual poverty negatively impacts the mental health of women in Balçova. Policymakers are urged to address this issue and develop supportive interventions for women.

 Purpose: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between menstrual poverty and depressive symptoms in women aged 15-49 living in the Fevzi Çakmak and Çetin Emeç neighborhoods of Balçova, İzmir. Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among women aged 15-49 living in Balçova between December 2022 and August 2023. A total of 304 women were recruited using a cluster sampling method. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews. The dependent variable was the presence of depressive symptoms, and the independent variable was menstrual poverty. Additional variables included socio-demographic characteristics, economic status, household features, and health perception. Data analysis was performed using Chi-square tests, t-tests, and logistic regression. Results: According to the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 PHQ-9 scale, 41.1 of women reported moderate depressive symptoms, and 20.1 experienced moderately severe depressive symptoms. Over the past year, 70.4 of the participants experienced menstrual poverty. Women who experienced menstrual poverty were 2.1 times more likely to report depressive symptoms compared to those who did not OR2.1, p0.012, 95 CI1.1-3.8. Age and household income were also found to be significant risk factors for depressive symptoms. Conclusion: The study indicates that menstrual poverty negatively impacts the mental health of women in Balçova. Policymakers are urged to address this issue and develop supportive interventions for women.

Makale detayları

The Relationship Between Menstrual Poverty and Depressive Symptoms in Women Aged 15-49 in Balçova District of İzmir

Yazarlar:

Tuba Polat | Zeynep Varol | Hatice Şimşek

Yayıncı:

Dokuz Eylul University

Ana Başlıklar:

Health Services and Systems (Other)

Dergi:

Journal of Basic and Clinical Health Sciences Vol.9 Issue 2, pp.352-360

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

5/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001349152

pISSN:

2564-7288

depressive symptoms

menstrual poverty

poverty

hygiene products

Sayı

Makale detayları

The Relationship Between Menstrual Poverty and Depressive Symptoms in Women Aged 15-49 in Balçova District of İzmir

Yazarlar: Tuba Polat | Zeynep Varol | Hatice Şimşek

Yayıncı: Dokuz Eylul University

Ana Başlıklar: Health Services and Systems (Other)

Dergi: Journal of Basic and Clinical Health Sciences Vol.9 Issue 2, pp.352-360

Belge Tipi: Makale

Yayın Tarihi: 5/2025

Belge Dili: İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.): 2001349152

pISSN: 2564-7288

depressive symptoms

menstrual poverty

poverty

hygiene products

Sayı

Yazarlar:

Tuba Polat | Zeynep Varol | Hatice Şimşek

Yayıncı:

Dokuz Eylul University

Ana Başlıklar:

Health Services and Systems (Other)

Dergi:

Journal of Basic and Clinical Health Sciences Vol.9 Issue 2, pp.352-360

Belge Tipi:

Makale

Yayın Tarihi:

5/2025

Belge Dili:

İngilizce

Document ID (Org No.):

2001349152

pISSN:

2564-7288