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Depressive symptoms among older adults with diabetes mellitus: a cross-sectional study.

Diego Micael Barreto AndradeRoseanne Montargil RochaÍcaro José Santos Ribeiro
Published in: Sao Paulo medical journal = Revista paulista de medicina (2022)
A high prevalence of depressive symptoms was observed among older adults with diabetes. Critically examining older adults with diabetes mellitus is necessary, and screening for depressive symptoms is highly recommended, especially for those with complications resulting from diabetes mellitus and musculoskeletal comorbidities, such as osteoporosis, as it seems to be associated with depressive symptoms.
Keyphrases
  • depressive symptoms
  • social support
  • glycemic control
  • sleep quality
  • type diabetes
  • physical activity
  • cardiovascular disease
  • postmenopausal women
  • risk factors
  • bone mineral density
  • insulin resistance
  • skeletal muscle