Depression and Anxiety in Florida Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Fan Amy Z., Strine Tara W., Jiles Ruth, Mokdad Ali H., Huang Youjie, Murray Melissa R., Musingo Senyoni
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Hypothesis
To determine the prevalence and correlates of self-reported symptoms of depression and physician-diagnosed depression and anxiety in Florida adults.
Conclusion
Depression and anxiety are linked to sociodemographic disadvantages and chronic health conditions.
Supporting Evidence
- Approximately 9% of Florida adults experienced current depression.
- About 44% of respondents with current depression had not had a diagnosis of depression.
- Current depression was associated with being a woman, young, previously married or never married, and unemployed.
Takeaway
Many people in Florida feel depressed, but a lot of them haven't been told by a doctor that they have depression. This means some people might not be getting the help they need.
Methodology
The study used data from the 2006 Florida Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, which surveyed noninstitutionalized adults through random-digit dialing.
Potential Biases
Self-reported data may lead to underreporting or misreporting of depression and anxiety symptoms.
Limitations
The study relied on self-reported data, which may be subject to recall bias, and the sample may not represent all adults in Florida.
Participant Demographics
The study included a diverse group of Florida adults, with variations in sex, race, education, and employment status.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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