背景:在美国,抑郁发作与死亡率增加有关。认识到抑郁症和身体健康之间的关系,了解促成因素,和解决差异对于降低死亡率和改善经历抑郁发作的个体的整体福祉至关重要。继续研究,公共卫生工作,合作方法对于有效解决这一复杂的公共卫生问题至关重要。研究抑郁发作的死亡率趋势以及其他相关因素将有助于增强对病情的了解,which,反过来,将有助于降低弱势群体的死亡率。研究了来自CDC广泛的流行病学研究在线数据(WONDER)数据库的潜在死亡原因的方法数据,以确定从1999年到2020年经历过与抑郁发作有关的致命结局的个体。WONDER数据库是指CDC使用的在线系统,用于使公众和公共卫生专家可以访问其各种资源。CDCWONDER提供更广泛的公共卫生信息。结果在1999年至2020年期间,共有13,290人死于抑郁发作。数据分析显示,在特定时期内,总死亡率为每100,000个人0.20。死亡率最高的是2003年(0.28),2001年(0.27),1999年(0.27)。分析显示,不同人口群体之间的死亡率存在显着差异。老年人,女性,特定种族群体,包括白人和非裔美国人,和特定的地理区域,包括中西部地区,东北,南,西方,表现出与抑郁发作相关的较高死亡率。结论研究发现,老年人,女性,Whites,非洲裔美国人,以及某些地理区域,表现出与抑郁发作相关的死亡可能性增加。这些发现强调了理解心理健康和死亡率之间复杂相互作用的重要性。研究结果强调了解决不同人口群体之间心理健康结果差异的重要性。确定弱势群体可以为有针对性的干预措施和资源提供信息,以解决死亡率上升的风险。
Background Depressive episodes are associated with increased mortality rates across the United States. Recognizing the relationship between depression and physical health, understanding the contributing factors, and addressing disparities are critical in reducing mortality rates and improving the overall well-being of individuals experiencing depressive episodes. Continued research, public health efforts, and collaborative approaches are essential to tackle this complex public health concern effectively. Studying the mortality rate trends of depressive episodes along with other related factors will help enhance the understanding of the condition, which, in turn, will assist in reducing mortality rates in the vulnerable population. Methodology Data from the CDC Wide-Ranging Online Data for Epidemiologic Research (WONDER) database on the Underlying Cause of Death were examined to identify individuals who experienced fatal outcomes related to depressive episodes from 1999 to 2020. The WONDER database refers to the online system used by the CDC to make its various resources accessible to the public and public health experts. CDC WONDER offers access to a broader range of information on public health. Results A total of 13,290 individuals who died from depressive episodes between 1999 and 2020 were identified. Data analysis revealed an overall mortality rate of 0.20 per 100,000 individuals during the specified period. The highest mortality rates were observed in the years 2003 (0.28), 2001 (0.27), and 1999 (0.27). The analysis revealed significant disparities in mortality rates among different demographic groups. Older adults, females, specific racial groups, including Whites and African Americans, and specific geographic areas, including the Midwest, Northeast, South, and West, exhibited higher mortality rates associated with depressive episodes. Conclusions The study identified that older individuals, females, Whites, and African Americans, as well as certain geographic regions, exhibited an increased likelihood of mortality related to depressive episodes. These findings highlight the importance of understanding the complex interplay between mental health and mortality. The findings emphasize the importance of addressing disparities in mental health outcomes among different demographic groups. Identifying vulnerable populations can inform targeted interventions and resources to address the elevated mortality risk.