Using machine learning models to identify the risk of depression in middle-aged and older adults with frequent and infrequent nicotine use: A cross-sectional study.

Journal: Journal of affective disorders
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Abstract

BACKGROUND: Depression is very prevalent in middle-aged and older smokers. Therefore, we aimed to identify the risk of depression among middle-aged and older adults with frequent and infrequent nicotine use, as this is quite necessary for supporting their well-being.

Authors

  • Yuran Qiu
    Department of Psychology, Henan University, Kaifeng, China. Electronic address: psycholqiu@gmail.com.
  • Xu Ma
    College of Geography and Remote Sensing Sciences, Xinjiang University, Urumqi, China.