Association of Depression with Sociodemographic Variables and Rural Old-Aged People

Abstract

Ageing is a natural process always associated with physiological and biological decline. It is the outcome of certain structural and functional changes that takes place in the major parts as the life years increases. In the words of Seneca “Old age is an incurable disease”. It affects every individual, family, community and society. It is a normal, progressive and irreversible process. Ageing is the process of physical, psychological and social change. Mental health has an impact on physical health and vice-versa. For example, older adults with physical health conditions such as heart disease have higher rates of depression than those who are medically fit.   

Keywords: Ageing, psychological, heart disease, depression, geriatric population 

Cite this Article Kaur M, Kaur S, Kaur R. Association of Depression with Sociodemographic Variables among Rural Old-Aged People. Research & Reviews: Journal of Health Professions. 2016; 6(3): 1–4p.