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  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

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  • Depression is a leading cause of disability globally, with known gender prevalence differences.
  • Limited research exists on gender-specific disability experiences in depression patients.
  • This study investigates gender disparities in disability among individuals with depression.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze gender differences in the disabilities experienced by depression patients.
  • To identify specific areas where males and females with depression face distinct challenges.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, multicentre, nationwide epidemiological study involving 1226 patients.
  • Sociodemographic data collected via Case Report Form.
  • Functioning assessed using the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule II (WHO-DAS-II).
  • Depression severity measured by the Quick Inventory of Depressive Symptomatology (QIDS).

Main Results:

  • Overall functioning differences between males and females with depression were not statistically significant.
  • Significant gender-based differences emerged in specific WHO-DAS-II domains.
  • Women reported greater difficulty with prolonged standing and long-distance walking.
  • Men reported more challenges in social interactions with unfamiliar people and maintaining friendships.

Conclusions:

  • Depression's effect on disability is comparable across genders, but its impact on quality of life aspects varies.
  • Findings suggest a need for tailored approaches to functioning assessment and depression management based on gender.
  • Limitations include the study's descriptive nature and exclusion of confounding variables like comorbidities.