Depressive Symptoms and Their Association With Quality of Life in Older Adults With Cataracts: A National Survey in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Depression is common among older adults with cataracts and is associated with significant functional impairment. However, the complex interrelationships among different depression symptoms are often overlooked by conventional mood disorders research based on total scores of depression measures. This study examined the interrelationships between different depressive symptoms and quality of life (QoL) in older adults with cataracts based on a national survey. By analyzing the key depressive symptoms related to QoL in this vulnerable population, the study aimed to identify potential critical treatment targets.

Methods

In this study, the 10-item Center for Epidemiologic Studies Short Depression Scale and the World Health Organization Quality of Life-brief version were

SUBMITTER: Chen ZM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12416046 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature