Prevalence of depression and associated factors among older adults at ambo town, Oromia region, Ethiopia

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Authors

Mebratu Mitiku Reta · University of Gondar

Malede Mequanent Sisay · University of Gondar

Abstract

The prevalence of depression among older adult was found to be high. Due emphasis needs to be given to screening and treating depression, especially among older females, retired individuals, adults living with children and merchants.

Topics & Keywords

Health disparities and outcomes Intergenerational Family Dynamics and Caregiving Global Health Care Issues

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMC Psychiatry

Volume 18, Issue 1, pp. 338-338

DOI: 10.1186/s12888-018-1911-8

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