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Indicator name:
Depression, population-based prevalence, estimate (%)
Indicator Id:
5281
Definition:
Number of persons with depressive disorder (major depressive disorder/depressive episode or dysthymia) in the last year. Major depressive disorder / depressive episode involves symptoms such as depressed mood, loss of interest and enjoyment, and decreased energy; depending on the number and severity of symptoms, a depressive episode can be categorized as mild, moderate, or severe
Method of estimation:
Prevalence of depressive disorder collected by Global Health Estimates
Preferred data sources:
Mental health atlas
WHO Global Health Estimates
Data Type Representation:
Numerical
IMRID:
5281
Original Submeasure:
Estimated population-based prevalence of depression
Indicator Metadata Registry List
Estimated population-based prevalence of depression
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