| Depression is a major complication of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Lifestyle modification can prevent it. This study
aimed to determine the predictors of depression in women with PCOS. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 174
women who attended in infertility clinics in Urmia-Iran, 2015. The data were collected through socio-demographic, Beck
Depression Inventory-II and Health Promoting Lifestyle Profile-2 questionnaires. The mean (standard deviation) of total
score of the depression was obtained 27.4 (10.5) in the range 0–63. The mean (SD) of total score of the health promoting
lifestyle was obtained 2.2 (0.3) out of 4. Based on multivariate linear regression, the variables of nutrition, interpersonal
relationships, spiritual growth, stress management, BMI, the perceived stress of the disease, the first supporter and menstrual
bleeding were predictors of the depression. Given the high prevalence of depression in PCOS patients and its relationship
with health-promoting behaviors, lifestyle modification to reduce depression is necessary. |