Subsyndromal Depression: Prevalence and its associated factors
Applied/Translational Research
Care Continuum
Singapore Health Biomedical Congress
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2022
1. To determine the prevalence of subsyndromal depression in a primary care population. There is a high prevalence of SSD. Future studies should focus on mental health improvement and longitudinal effects of SSD.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Continuum, Applied/Translational Research, Primary Care, Population Health, Mental Health, Quantitative Research
About this Content
Aims
1. To determine the prevalence of subsyndromal depression in a primary care population. 2. To explore factors associated with subsyndromal depression.
Background
SSD is defined as subclinical depression, associated with social dysfunction, anxiety, and higher risks of major depression.
Methods
A cross-sectional study with interviewer-assisted questionnaire and stratified sampling by age. Logistic regression identified associated factors.
Results
Prevalence of SSD was 16.6%. Younger age, Malay ethnicity, and non-married individuals had higher odds of SSD.
Conclusion
There is a high prevalence of SSD. Future studies should focus on mental health improvement and longitudinal effects of SSD.
Lessons Learnt
Perseverance and team cohesion ensured success. Coordination and regular updates were vital for completion within four months.
Additional Information
Singapore Health & Biomedical Congress (SHBC) 2022: Singapore Primary Care Award (Merit Award)
Keywords
Major Depressive Disorder, Depression, Subsyndromal Depression, Mental Health, Population Health
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | National Healthcare Group Polyclinics |
Platform(s) | Singapore Health Biomedical Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Psychology, Psychiatry, Clinical Research |
Project Lead(s) | Lee Eng Sing |
Project Member(s) | Eugene Chua |
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Chua Yu Cong Eugene - Eugene_YC_CHUA@nhgp.com.sg