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Depression in Finland: a computer assisted telephone interview study

E Isometsä1, S Aro, H Aro

  • 1Department of Mental Health and Alcohol Research, National Public Health Institute, Helsinki, Finland.

Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica
|August 1, 1997
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This study investigated depressive disorders in Finland, finding higher prevalence in females. Only half of those with depression perceived a need for mental health services, highlighting a treatment gap.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Depressive disorders represent a significant public health concern globally.
  • Understanding the prevalence and associated factors in specific populations is crucial for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of major depressive episode and dysthymia in the adult Finnish population.
  • To identify factors associated with these depressive disorders.
  • To assess the self-perceived need for mental health services among affected individuals.

Main Methods:

  • A population-based survey was conducted in Finland using the Computer-Assisted Telephone Interview (CATI) method.
  • The study utilized a short form of the University of Michigan version of the Composite International Diagnostic Interview (UM-CIDI) for diagnosis.

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  • A total of 2293 adults aged 25-79 years were interviewed.

    • Main Results:

    • The age-adjusted 6-month prevalence was 4.1% for major depressive episode and 1.7% for current dysthymia.
    • Depressive mood was reported by 17% of the sample in the preceding month.
    • Major depressive episodes and depressive mood were significantly more common in females than males.
    • Associated factors varied by sex and disorder type.
    • Approximately 50% of individuals with major depressive episode or dysthymia reported a need for mental health services.

    Conclusions:

    • Depressive disorders are prevalent in the Finnish adult population, with notable sex differences.
    • A significant proportion of individuals with depression do not perceive a need for professional help, indicating potential barriers to accessing mental healthcare.