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  • Title: The prevalence of depression among the elderly in Sepang, Selangor.
    Author: Sherina MS, Rampal L, Mustaqim A.
    Journal: Med J Malaysia; 2004 Mar; 59(1):45-9. PubMed ID: 15535335.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of depression among the elderly and to identify its associated factors. METHODS: A cross sectional study design was used. Stratified proportionate cluster sampling method was used to select the respondents. A 30 item Geriatric Depression Scale questionnaire was used as a screening instrument. RESULTS: 7.6% of the elderly were found to have depression. Only employment status was found to be significantly associated with depression. DISCUSSION: The prevalence of depression in the elderly was 7.6%. Primary Care providers need to be vigilant when treating elderly patients as depression is commonly found in this age group.
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