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Prevalence and correlates of major depressive disorder among rural-to-urban migrant workers in Shenzhen, China
How common major depression is and what factors relate to it among rural-to-urban migrant workers in Shenzhen, China
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Abstract
The one-month and lifetime prevalence rates of major depressive disorder (MDD) among rural-to-urban migrant workers in Shenzhen, China, are 1.39% and 5.08%, respectively.
- No significant differences in MDD prevalence were found based on gender or age group.
- Risk factors associated with lifetime MDD include lower education, worse living conditions, poorer self-perceived physical health, migrating before adulthood, infrequent family contact, and a history of many jobs.
- Only 3.25% of respondents with lifetime MDD reported seeking professional help before the interview.
- Migrant workers may have a similar prevalence of MDD compared to the general Chinese population, but their use of mental health services is extremely low.
- MDD represents a significant public health issue for rural-to-urban migrant workers, indicating an urgent need for improved mental health services.
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