Sleep problems and depression among 237 023 community-dwelling adults in 46 low- and middle-income countries.

ABSTRACT: Sleep problems are considered a core symptom of depression. However, there is little information about the comorbidity of sleep problems and depression in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), and whether sleep problems with depression confer additional risk for decrements in health compared to sleep problems alone. This study thus examined the association between sleep problems and depression and whether sleep problems with depression are associated with an increased risk for poorer health in 46 LMICs. Cross-sectional, community-based data from 237 023 adults aged ≥18 years from the World Health Survey (WHS) 2002-2004 were analyzed. Information on sleep problems (severe/extreme) and International Classification of Diseases 10th Revision depression/depression subtypes was collected. Mu

SUBMITTER: Stickley A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6700183 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature