Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background:In the context of a changing social landscape, depression and anxiety are acknowledged as prevalent, significant disorders and debilitating mental health issues that mostly affect teenagers and students. The present study was conducted to assess psychosocial functioning using DASS among adults. Materials & Methods:140 subjects of both genders were enrolled. Psychometric measures like the DASS-21 and the Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire were given to each individual along with demographic surveys. Results: Out of 140 subjects, males were 80 and females were 60.40 had no depression, 32 had mild depression, 48 had moderate depression and 20 had severe depression. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). The common clinical features were agitation in 106, crying in 62, anorexia in 64, sadness in 57, loss of pleasure in 40, self- dislike in 87, irritability in 32 and fatigability in 19. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: The majority of the adults felt mild stress, according to the study's findings. The common clinical features were agitation, crying, anorexia, sadness, loss of pleasure, self- dislike, irritability and fatigability.