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J L Ayuso-Mateos1, J L Vázquez-Barquero, C Dowrick
1University Hospital Marqués de Valdecilla, University of Cantabria, Avd Valdecilla s/n, Santander 39008, Spain.
Summary
Depressive disorders are common in Europe, affecting 8.56% of the general population. Prevalence varied significantly across European countries, with higher rates observed in women.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Psychiatry
- Public Health
Background:
- First report on depressive disorder epidemiology from the European Outcome of Depression International Network (ODIN) study.
- Focuses on understanding the distribution and determinants of depressive disorders in European populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the prevalence of depressive disorders in general population samples across five European countries.
- To identify variations in prevalence rates between different European regions.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional, two-phase community study design.
- Utilized the Beck Depression Inventory for initial screening (Phase 1).
- Employed the Schedule for Clinical Assessment in Neuropsychiatry for diagnostic confirmation (Phase 2).
Main Results:
- Overall prevalence of depressive disorders was 8.56% in the combined sample (n=8,764).
- Women exhibited a higher prevalence (10.05%) compared to men (6.61%).
- Prevalence rates varied by location, categorized as high (urban Ireland, urban UK), medium, and low (urban Spain).
Conclusions:
- Depressive disorders represent a highly prevalent mental health condition across Europe.
- Significant geographical disparities in depressive disorder prevalence were identified among the study sites.
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