ArticleJournal of racial and ethnic health disparities2021
The Association of Race/Ethnicity, Dietary Intake, and Physical Activity with Depression.
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- Association between recreational physical activity and depressive symptoms in adults with diagnosed sleep disorders: an analysis of NHANES 2007-2018 data.BMC psychiatry · 2025Article
- Association between vegetable intake and major depressive disorder: results from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2005-2018 and bidirectional two-sample Mendelian randomisation.Public health nutrition · 2024Article
- Diabetes Control Status and Severity of Depression: Insights from NHANES 2005-2020.Biomedicines · 2024Article
- The Role of Self-Care Activities (SASS-14) in Depression (PHQ-9): Evidence From Slovakia During the COVID-19 Pandemic.Frontiers in public health · 2021Article
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Abstract
objectiveThis study investigated the association of race/ethnicity, dietary intake, and physical activity with depression and potential other barriers associated with the use of mental health services among depressed people.
methodsWe used the nationally representative data, 2011-2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Depression status was defined using a Patient Health Questionnaire. Multivariable logistic regressions were conducted on depression status and the use of mental health specialists among depressed adults, accounting for the complex sampling design.
resultsThe prevalence of depression was 8.3% with substantial racial/ethnic differences (8.0% for white, 3.1% for Asian, 9.2% for black, 7.6% for Mexican Hispanics, 13.0% for other Hispanics). Good/acceptable diet and a high level of physical activity were negatively associated with depression. Among depressed people, no significant racial/ethnic differences were observed in using mental health specialists.
conclusionPrevalence for depression was lower among people who have good or acceptable diet and moderate physical activity. These modifiable factors as well as race/ethnicity should be incorporated into psychotherapeutic interventions to improve depression.
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