Epidemiology and psychiatric sciences
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Epidemiol Psychiatr Sci · Jun 2020
Meta AnalysisPrevalence of depression, anxiety and suicide among men who have sex with men in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Chinese men who have sex with men (MSM) are at high risk for depression, anxiety and suicide. The estimated prevalence of these problems is essential to guide public health policy, but published results vary. This meta-analysis aimed to estimate the prevalence of depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms and suicide among Chinese MSM. ⋯ The mental health of Chinese MSM is poor compared with the general population. Efforts are warranted to develop interventions to prevent and alleviate mental health problems among this vulnerable population.