Unveiling the burden: prevalence and predictors of psychological distress among domestic workers in Kigali-Rwanda

Unveiling the burden: prevalence and predictors of psychological distress among domestic workers in Kigali-Rwanda

Abstract Background Psychological distress is becoming more prominent among employees in various workplaces, and domestic work may not be an exception. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of psychological distress and associated factors among domestic workers in Rwanda. Methods This cross-s...

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Main Authors:	Alain Favina, Everest Turatsinze, Dan Lutasingwa, Joan Abaatyo, Fred Mulisa, Ritah Mukashyaka, Deborah Kansiime, Nicholas Hobe, Octave Ngabo, Jean Marie Vianney Rukanikigitero, Moses Ochora, Louange Twahirwa Gutabarwa, Precious Azubuike, Aflodis Kagaba, Mark Mohan Kaggwa
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Springer 2024-11-01
Series:	Discover Mental Health
Subjects:	Domestic workers Psychological distress Substance use Rwanda Employment
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1007/s44192-024-00112-2
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