A study on the prevalence and associated risk factors for PTSD (Post traumatic stress disorder) among the young females in Bangladesh

Abstract

Background: PTSD is one of the most common mental disabilities in humans including three symptoms, reexperiencing, numbing and hyperarousal. The prevalence of PTSD and the risk factors of PTSD is increasing alarmingly all over the world including Bangladesh and mostly young females are victims of it. Objective: The aim of the study is to detect the prevalence rate and associated risk factors of PTSD among Bangladeshi young females. Method: In this study, we did offline cross-sectional study among 868 young female participants using forms. To collect socio demographic information, we used structured questionnaires. We used PCL 5 scale to detect PTSD level. Finally, by using statistical tools we interpret the result and evaluate the prevalence and associated risk factors among young females in Bangladesh. Result: Prevalence of PTSD among young females in our country was found 47%. Among them, 34% have mild PTSD,10% have moderate PTSD and 3% have severe PTSD. After data analysis, we have found out that BMI and residence area play a vital role in our study as associated risk factors for PTSD. Conclusion: According to present study results, a high proportion of young women are suffering from PTSD in Bangladesh. Although only BMI and residence area were found to be associated risk factors for PTSD. Therefore, to reduce the prevalence rate and risk factors of PTSD we recommend counseling, arranging medical camps, proper treatment guidelines and public awareness to create better mental and physical health.