Sociodemographic inequalities in depression among older adults: cross-sectional evidence from 18 countries.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Sociodemographic inequalities in depression are well established. However, less is known about variation in inequalities across countries. In this study, we describe cross-national variation in sociodemographic inequalities in depression among older adults. Comparing inequalities across countries is an important step towards understanding how the social environment shapes depression risk.

Methods

In this cross-sectional study, we harmonised data from eight large ageing cohort studies from 18 countries. We restricted our study to adults aged 55 years and older, and measured depression using established cut points in shortened Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression or EURO-D scales. Next, we estimated prevalence ratios for each country by age, marital status, e

SUBMITTER: Richardson RA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7597555 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature