Injury and depression among 212 039 individuals in 40 low- and middle-income countries.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Although injuries have been linked to worse mental health, little is known about this association among the general population in low- and middle-income countries (LAMICs). This study examined the association between injuries and depression in 40 LAMICs that participated in the World Health Survey.

Methods

Cross-sectional information was obtained from 212 039 community-based adults on the past 12-month experience of road traffic and other (non-traffic) injuries and depression, which was assessed using questions based on the World Mental Health Survey version of the Composite International Diagnostic Interview. Multivariable logistic regression analysis and meta-analysis were used to examine associations.

Results

The overall prevalence (95% CI) of past 12-month tr

SUBMITTER: Stickley A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8063218 | biostudies-literature | 2019 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature