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Depression in Barbadian adults with type 2 diabetes

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Abstract

Purpose

The aim of this study was to explore the frequency and distribution of depression in Barbadian adults with type 2 diabetes.

Methods

Adults aged 20–80 years with type 2 diabetes, completed a cross-sectional survey comprised of, a profile section, and the standardized questionnaire; the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). Additionally, biological (HbA1c and blood pressure) measurements were collected.

Results

For the 509 participants, 65.4%, 1.4%, 22% and 8% showed minimal, moderately severe to severe; mild and moderate depression respectively. Female participants ranked higher in depression than males. Persons who reported having never been married were identified as having the greatest prevalence of mild and severe depression. There was a small positive correlation between glycemic control and depression.

Conclusions

The results suggest that the presence of this affective disorder may be under-recognized in Barbadian patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Management protocol could incorporate the screening for depression.

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  1. University of the West Indies - Cave Hill Campus, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Cave Hill, St. Michael, Bridgetown, Barbados

    Allison A. DaSantos & Carlisle Goddard

  2. The Endocrine Centre Inc., St. Michael, Bridgetown, Barbados

    Carlisle Goddard

  3. University of the West Indies - Mona, Faculty of Medical Sciences Teaching & Research Complex (Level 2), Kingston 7, Jamaica

    Dalip Ragoobirsingh

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DaSantos, A.A., Goddard, C. & Ragoobirsingh, D. Depression in Barbadian adults with type 2 diabetes. J Diabetes Metab Disord 19, 1465–1471 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40200-020-00677-z

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