Assistant professor University of Nebraska at Kearney
Research examining depression among older adults identified four distinct types: severely depressed, somatic inactivity, negative emotion, and non-depressed. Analysis revealed gender differences in depression patterns, with health-promoting behaviors significant only for women. Findings suggest need for gender-specific mental health interventions, integrating health promotion and social support strategies into primary care.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
What are the distinct depression typologies among older adults?
How do these depression patterns differ between men and women?
What factors predict membership in different depression typology groups for each gender?
