MAJOR DEPRESSIVE DISORDER AMONG OLDER AFRICAN AMERICANS, CARIBBEAN BLACKS, AND NON-HISPANIC WHITES: SECONDARY ANALYSIS OF THE NATIONAL SURVEY OF AMERICAN LIFE

Abstract

MDD among older adults is highly prevalent, often associated with other psychiatric disorders or chronic physical conditions, and is associated with high overall mental illness severity. Differences among older Blacks highlight the need for further research on this population to ensure appropriate treatment is being provided to these groups.