Analysis of the Effectiveness and Impact of the Implementation of SRQ-20 in Screening Emotional Mental Disorders in Outpatients at the Taratara Community Health Center

Abstract

Background: Emotional mental disorders (EMDs) are one of the mental health issues with a steadily increasing prevalence and significant impact on quality of life and productivity in society. Early detection through screening is a strategic step in managing EMDs, particularly in primary healthcare settings such as community health centers (Puskesmas). One of the most widely used tools is the Self-Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-20), which has proven to be valid and reliable in quickly and simply identifying EMG symptoms. Objective: This study aims to analyze the effectiveness and impact of EMG screening using the SRQ-20 among outpatients at the Taratara Community Health Center. Method: This study employed a quantitative observational design with a cross-sectional approach, involving the SRQ-20 questionnaire and medical records. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential methods. Results: The study revealed a highly significant association between the effectiveness of SRQ-20 implementation and the impact perceived by patients (p = 0.000). Of the 84 respondents who rated the screening as effective, 96.4% also reported feeling its impact, while among the 11 respondents who rated it as ineffective, 63.6% reported not feeling its impact. These findings indicate that the higher the perceived effectiveness of the screening, the greater the positive impact felt by patients in managing GME. Conclusion: There is a highly significant relationship between the effectiveness of SRQ-20 implementation and the impact felt by patients. The implementation of GME screening using SRQ-20 has proven to be effective and has a tangible impact in supporting early detection, increasing awareness, and improving the management of emotional mental disorders in primary healthcare services.