Evaluation of Depression and its Related Factors Among Female Students in Fasa, Iran

We aimed to determine frequency of depression among female adolescent students and its related factors in Fasa, Iran.
In a cross-sectional study, female high school students were evaluated. Depression, mental disorder and family’s relative peace were measured using standard scales.
A total of 516 students were evaluated in which 157 (30.4%) students did not suffer any type of depression. The mean depression score of students had significant relationship with history of an addicted family member (P The prevalence of depression was high in female students and was associated with variables such as drug-addicted family member, relative peace and history of mental-psychological disorders in the family.