Objective
To evaluate the prevalence of common mental disorders (CMD) and associated factors in a group of prostitutes in Minas Gerais.
Methods
Cross-sectional study using the Self-Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-20) in women enrolled in the Association of Prostitutes of Minas Gerais (Aprosmig). We assessed sociodemographic characteristics and aspects of work in prostitution. Chi-square test was used to analyze the association between categorical sociodemographic variables and the presence of CMD. Analysis of factors associated with the presence of CMD was performed using logistic regression model.
Results
We interviewed 216 prostitutes. The overall prevalence of CMD was 57.9%, more seen in women with low education, history of physical violence and early entry into prostitution.
Conclusion
The results of this study showed that the prevalence of CMD among sex workers was higher than that observed in the general population, indicating the need to improve health care of these women.
Mental disorders; risk groups; prostitution