Level of depression among chronic disease clients using mental health model

Objectives is to identify the level of depression among chronic disease clients using mental health model, and to associate the level of depression with selected demographic variables. The research design used was descriptive path- analytic design. The study conducted at Omayal Achi community health centre, the sample comprises of 100 chronic disease clients, they were assessed for level of depression using structured knowledge questionnaire. The results showed that majority 67 % had mild level of depression, 29% had no depression, 4% had moderate level of depression and none of them had severe level of depression. By using these results a wellness clinic was started in the centre and referral services were followed