Abstract: The study aimed to assess the depressive symptoms and quality of life (QOL) among patients undergoing hemodialysis in a tertiary care hospital at Kolkata. A cross-sectional descriptive study approach was used. Fifty patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) receiving hemodialysis were chosen by non-probability purposive sampling. Data were gathered using a structured demographic questionnaire, Beck’s Depression Inventory (BDI-II), and the World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF (WHOQOL-BREF) scale. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 20, including both descriptive and inferential statistics. Out of 50 participants, 40 (80%) exhibited depressive symptoms. The overall QOL was found to be poor (p<0.05). The social relationships domain had the highest mean score (44.82±19.66). Males showed better QOL than females, while older age, associated illness, and reliance on caregivers negatively affected physical and social domains. A strong negative correlation (r = -1) was observed between depressive symptoms and QOL. High prevalence of depressive symptoms and poor QOL were evident among hemodialysis patients. Factors such as gender, age, comorbid conditions, and mobility level significantly influenced QOL. Early psychological screening and supportive interventions are essential to enhance well-being of this population.
Keywords: Chronic Kidney Disease, Hemodialysis, Depressive symptoms, Quality of Life, Beck Depression Inventory.
Title: A Study to Assess the Depressive Symptoms and Quality of Life among Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis in a Tertiary Care Hospital at Kolkata
Author: Maj Kanchan Pal, Brig Subhashini K R, Lt Col Sreekala B, Maj Shaliya Saleem
International Journal of Healthcare Sciences
ISSN 2348-5728 (Online)
Vol. 14, Issue 1, April 2026 - September 2026
Page No: 8-20
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Published Date: 03-April-2026
