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Decomposing the rural-urban differences in depression among multimorbid older patients in India: evidence from a cross-sectional study.

Amiya SahaBittu MandalMuhammad TWaad Ali
Published in: BMC psychiatry (2024)
We found significant rural-urban differences in depression among older Indians with multimorbidity. The findings underscore the need for targeted interventions that address the unique challenges faced by older patients in rural areas, including lack of social capital, discrimination, and limited resources that enable access to healthcare services. Policymakers and healthcare professionals must collaboratively design and implement effective strategies to improve the mental health and overall well-being of rural older adults, particularly those with multiple comorbidities.
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