Depression Prevalence in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods
Author Information
Author(s): Mitchell Jacob, Pfoh Elizabeth, Gunzler Douglas, Kenyhercz Michael, Mourany Lyla, Gunsalus Paul, Perzynski Adam, Dalton Jarrod
Primary Institution: Cleveland Clinic
Hypothesis
Is depression prevalence higher in disadvantaged neighborhoods compared to advantaged ones?
Conclusion
Depression is more prevalent in disadvantaged neighborhoods, highlighting the need for targeted mental health interventions.
Supporting Evidence
- 14% of the sample had a diagnosis of depression.
- 70% of patients with depression were female.
- 63% of patients with depression were White.
- 28% of depressed patients lived in the most disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Takeaway
People living in poorer neighborhoods are more likely to be depressed, so we need to help them more.
Methodology
Retrospective analysis of electronic health data for mid-life adults with primary care appointments, using multivariable logistic regression.
Participant Demographics
Mid-life adults (40-55 years) from Cuyahoga County, Ohio, with a focus on race and sex.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95%CI: 0.08, 0.08; 95%CI: 0.15, 0.17; 95%CI: 0.04, 0.07; 95%CI: 0.12, 0.16
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