Prevalence of Depression and Anxiety in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Associated Factors in a Quaternary Hospital in Thailand: A Cross-Sectional Study

This study investigated the prevalence of depression and anxiety among 260 women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in Thailand, finding rates of 3.85% for depression and 11.92% for anxiety. Factors linked to depression included abdominal obesity, poor mental well-being, and snoring, while anxiety was associated with having children, alcohol consumption, poor mental well-being, and hirsutism. The study highlights the importance of mental health screening in women with PCOS, particularly those with poor mental well-being, to improve their quality of life. Despite its strengths, the study's limitations include selection and recall bias, lack of biomarker analysis, and being conducted at a single center, suggesting the need for multicenter research for broader applicability.