September 10, 2025Journal of Clinical MedicineOpen Access

Prevalence and Determinants of Depressive Symptoms in Older Adults Across Europe: Evidence from SHARE Wave 9

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Analysis indicates high prevalence of depressive symptoms in older adults, suggesting critical social factors and health implications.

Depressive symptoms affect 35.1% of women and 21.5% of men in Europe, reflecting significant gender disparities in mental health.
Key associations with depressive symptoms include poor physical health, loneliness, and lower quality of life.
Observational analysis of 45,601 individuals aged 65+ across 27 European countries and Israel during SHARE Wave 9.
Social integration and physical health are critical factors for addressing late-life depression, highlighting intervention needs.

Melo et al. (2025) studied this question.

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