High Rates Of Major Depression In Seniors, Ethnic Groups, US

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/releases/263212.php

Specifically, the researchers found:

  • About 24 percent of whites aged 50 and older experienced major depressive symptoms at least once during their lifetime, and 9 percent experienced major depression in the previous 12 months.
  • About 17 percent of older African-Americans experienced major depression during their lifetime, with 7 percent experiencing major depression in the previous 12 months.
  • About 23 percent of older black Caribbeans experienced major depression during their lifetime, and 15 percent experienced major depressive symptoms in the previous 12 months.