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ArticleJournal of public health research2025

Practices, attitudes, and perceived barriers toward depression care among community pharmacists in Lebanon.

Iqbal Fahs, Mariam Dabbous, Faten Ezzeddine, Sahar Nasser, Jana K AlWattar, Jihan Safwan, Fouad Sakr, Mohamad Rahal

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Iqbal FahsSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7012-4859
Mariam DabbousSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Faten EzzeddineSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Sahar NasserSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Jana K AlWattarSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Jihan SafwanSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.
Fouad SakrSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6905-5814
Mohamad RahalSchool of Pharmacy, Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon.

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Abstract

Background: Community pharmacists can play a significant role in optimizing depression care. This study sought to assess the practices, attitudes and perceived barriers of Lebanese community pharmacists toward depression care along with the associated factors. Design and method: A cross-sectional study was conducted among community pharmacists in Lebanon using a self-administered online questionnaire. Descriptive and bivariate analyses were done followed by linear regression analyses to examine the association between pharmacists' practices and attitudes with different socio-demographic and professional factors. Results: The study revealed a good level of engagement and relatively positive attitudes toward depression care, among the 275 participating community pharmacists. Those with higher attitudes scores (beta = 8.079, Conclusions: Lebanese community pharmacists generally demonstrate favorable good practices and positive attitudes toward depression care. Several areas for improvement are still desired through broader strategies, training and awareness programs, and effective collaborations.

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attitudebarrierscommunity pharmacistsdepression careLebanonpractice

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PMCPMC12188050

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