State and local area estimates of depression and anxiety among adults with disabilities in 2006.

摘要: Abstract Background Depression and anxiety are prevalent among adults with disabilities. However, little is known regarding the geographic variability of depression disabilities in United States. Objectives We estimated prevalence current depression, lifetime diagnoses (LD), (LA) by state, metropolitan micropolitan statistical area (MMSA), county. Methods analyzed Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System data from 2006 for 41 states territories, 74 MMSAs, 112 counties. Stratified analyses sociodemographic health status variables were performed 10 MMSAs highest estimates LD, LA, respectively. Current depressive symptoms assessed Patient Health Questionnaire-8. Results Estimates LA varied substantially MMSA, ranged 14.7% North Dakota to 30.1% Mississippi; 8.4% San Francisco–Oakland–Fremont, CA, 36.2% Jacksonville, FL; 12.3% Cumberland County, ME, 44% Orleans Parish, LA. There was major variation within some (e.g., CA compared 25.5% Los Angeles–Long Beach–Glendale, CA). In estimates, age, gender, socioeconomic status, status. Conclusions Public mental agencies may find these useful program planning purposes address