Previously Married Americans are Most Depressed
by Steven Davies on Jun 6, 2013 | Views: 92 | Score: 0
Major Depression | Any Depression | |
---|---|---|
Married | 2.7 | 6.6 |
Previously Married | 7.7 | 14.6 |
Never Married | 5 | 11.8 |
% of adults with depression (age 18+)
Major Depression | Any Depression | |
---|---|---|
Married | 2.7 | 6.6 |
Previously Married | 7.7 | 14.6 |
Never Married | 5 | 11.8 |
Depression is more prevalent among Americans who were previously married than those who were never married. Previously married people may have either gotten divorced, widowed, or separated, all of which are possible causes for sadness leading to depression. Or are people prone to depression more likely to get divorced?