Risk prediction models of depression in older adults with chronic diseases.

Journal: Journal of affective disorders
Published Date:

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Detecting potential depression and identifying the critical predictors of depression among older adults with chronic diseases are essential for timely intervention and management of depression. Therefore, risk prediction models (RPMs) of depression in elderly people should be further explored.

Authors

  • Ying Zheng
    Department of Ultrasound, Beijing Youan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100000, China. Electronic address: xl2264@126.com.
  • Chu Zhang
    School of Information Engineering, Huzhou University, Huzhou 313000, China.
  • Yuwen Liu
    Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Children's Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China.