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Gender differences in determinants of psychological distress in South Africa: findings from the 2017 national HIV household survey

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Mental health is increasingly recognised as a public health concern in South Africa, with psychological distress used as a measure of poor mental health. A recent paper based on national data from the 2017 South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behaviour Survey (SABSSM V) highlights significant gender differences. Women were found to be more likely than men to experience psychological distress. A range of sociodemographic and behavioural factors—such as location, education, alcohol use, employment, and HIV status—contributed to this disparity.

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/32360325

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: Mental Health Treatment and Access

Subfield: Social Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Gender equality, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7162139554

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