A recent study conducted in Vietnam, considered to be among the least transparent and most corrupt countries, found a correlation between the prevalence of corruption and levels of mental health. Here is what we, South Africans, can learn from it.
has been a widely used and validated self-report screening tool for depression as well as the possibility of other mental health issues. The original scale is made up of 20 statements which participants measure themselves against.I felt that I could not shake off the blues even with help from my family or friends.
individual exposure to and experiences of corruption in the public sector at the local government level with specific reference to bribery to obtain land titles, to get a government job, to receive medical treatment, etc.
They also specifically explored “three pathways” through which exposure to corruption might affect mental health: household enterprise revenue, social trust, and self-belief. Their research also found that corruption had a more significant effect on women. This is partly due to the fact that women tend to be primary caregivers for both young and old, and therefore are more likely to seek out basic services, and are at a higher risk of negative consequences as a result. They also add that women are more likely to be marginalised and have limited access to mental health services.Based on the aforementioned corruption rankings, Vietnam is still a very corrupt country.
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