Gender Difference in Perceived Social Support and Clinical Anger in Depressed Patients

Abstract

The current study aimed to investigate gender differences in perceived social support and clinical anger among depressed patients. It was hypothesized that there would be significant difference between female and male adult depressed patients in perceived social support and clinical anger. The sample of seventy diagnosed patients was selected from different psychiatry departments of hospitals of Lahore. Multidimensional perceived social support scale and Clinical Anger Scale was used to assess perceived social support and clinical anger in depressed patients respectively. Independent sample t test and Liner regression analysis was calculated for analysis of data. Results showed that there are no significant differences in perceived social support and clinical anger among depressed patients. Findings shows that lower the perceived social support, higher is the clinical anger in depressed patients. The result can helpful for psychologist and other professionals to plan the therapeutic interventions for depressed patients. It will also provide information in family members and friends of the patients to be aware of patient's problems.