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Psychotherapy As A Treatment Modality For Psychiatric Disorders: Perceptions Of General Public Of Karachi, Pakistan, Abdul Mueed Zafar, Ali Jawaid, Hiba Ashraf, Ambreena Fatima, Rubina Anjum, Salah U. Qureshi
Psychotherapy As A Treatment Modality For Psychiatric Disorders: Perceptions Of General Public Of Karachi, Pakistan, Abdul Mueed Zafar, Ali Jawaid, Hiba Ashraf, Ambreena Fatima, Rubina Anjum, Salah U. Qureshi
Department of Psychiatry
Background: Psychiatric disorders affect about 450 million individuals worldwide. A number of treatment modalities such as psychotropic medications, psychotherapy and electroconvulsive therapy can be used to treat these disorders. Attitudes of general public play a pivotal role in effective utilization of mental health services. We explored the perceptions of general public of Karachi, Pakistan regarding psychotherapy. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Karachi, Pakistan during July-August, 2008. A three-step sampling strategy and a structured questionnaire were employed to survey knowledge and perceptions of adult general public about psychotherapy. Descriptive statistics were used for baseline characteristics. Logistic regression models were …