Epidemiology of major depressive disorder in South Africa (1997–2015): a systematic review protocol

Volume: 6, Issue: 7, Pages: e011749 - e011749
Published: Jul 1, 2016
Abstract
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a leading cause of disease and disability globally and in South Africa. Epidemiological data for MDD are essential to estimate the overall disease burden in a country. The objective of the systematic review is to examine the evidence base for prevalence, incidence, remission, duration, severity, case fatality and excess mortality of MDD in South Africa from 1997 to 2015.We will perform electronic searches in...
Paper Details
Title
Epidemiology of major depressive disorder in South Africa (1997–2015): a systematic review protocol
Published Date
Jul 1, 2016
Journal
Volume
6
Issue
7
Pages
e011749 - e011749
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