Comments on abstract, title, references

● The title is informative but should be shorter and declarative. ● Referenced not correctly, didn't follow Vancouver style properly (date of publication is not placed rightly)

Comments on introduction/background

● It is clear, what is already known about this topic. ● The research question clearly outlined. ● The research question is justified to what already known about the issue.

Comments on methodology

● In the process of subject selection; it needs to add a sampling flow chart or table. It is not clear whether all subjects preliminary selected, met the inclusion criteria, all of them gave consent, and how the sample size was calculated. ● Few variables are not defined appropriately as mental health assessment, diagnostic criteria of mood disorder, and quality of life measurement tool.

Comments on data and results

● The data is presented in an appropriate way. - Categories grouped appropriately.

Comments on discussion and conclusions

● The results discussed from multiple angles and placed into context without being overinterpreted. ● The conclusions answer the aims of the study. ● The conclusions are supported by references and results ● The limitations of the study are not fatal. They opportunities to inform future research.