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The Characteristics of Depressive Symptoms among the Elderly in a Rural Area

Other Title
농촌지역 노인들의 우울증상에 관련된 요인들의 특성
Authors
송, 미숙  | 전, 기홍  | 송, 현종 | 김, 정은 | 박, 승구 | 신, 상건 | 이, 동훈 | 정, 성현 | 최, 연주 | 최, 완철 | 최, 민규 | 황, 재철 | 홍, 지만
Citation
Ajou medical journal, 2(2). : 188-197, 1997
Journal Title
Ajou medical journal
ISSN
1226-3265
Abstract
This study was performed to identify risk factors for depression among the elderly in a rural area. A survey was done for the elderly living in Gosam-myenn, Ansung-kun during the period of July 28, 1997 and July 30, 1997. Demographic and sodoeconornic characteristics, and functional and health Status were assessed using a structured questionnaire, and the level of depression was measured by GDS score.
The data obtained were analyzed by frequencies, percentage, t-test, ANOVA, and multiple regression, and the results were as follows:
1. The total sample consisted of 133 elderly. Of them, 47 elderly (35.4%) showed significant depressive Symptoms.
2. The GDS score was the highest for the group over 85 years of age (p < 0.05). Those living alone or widowed showed lower GDS score than those living with someone or married (p < 0.05).
3. The GDS score was the highest in the absolutely dependent group, followed by the partially dependent group, and the independent group (p < 0.01).
The elderly who perceived their health Status as excellent showed the lowest GDS score. In contrast, those who had more than five chronic diseases showed the highest GDS score.
4. The elderly receiving financial and emotional support from their family or friends showed lower GDS score compared to those without any support.
5. The economically dependent group showed higher GDS score than that of independent group.
6. The elderly who involved in leisure activities showed lower GDS score than those without any involvement.
7. In terms of risk factors for depression, we found that perceived health Status, subjective economic Status, leisure activities, living arrangement and financial support were inversely associated with GDS score, whereas labor support was positively associated with GDS score.
Based upon the above findings, this study suggests that these risk factors for depression in the elderly should be taken into consideration for a comprehensive mental health program for the elderly living in the rural area.
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