Psychological distress in adolescents: prevalence and its relation to high-risk behaviors among secondary school students in Mbarara Municipality, Uganda
Abstract Background Psychological distress among adolescents negatively affects their academic performance, relationships with family and friends, and ability to participate fully in the community. Stressful life events in low-income countries and risk-taking behavior of adolescents have raised conc...
Main Author: | Michael U. Anyanwu |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-01-01
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Series: | BMC Psychology |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40359-023-01039-z |
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