Factores biológicos y socio-familiares en el adulto mayor con depresión en San Pedro del Cebollar-Cuenca 2015-2016

Abstract

Objective: To determine the relationship between biological, socio-familial factors and depression in the elderly who attend the San Pedro del Cebollar - Cuenca Sub-Center for the period 2015-2016. Material and Methods: A quantitative, analytical and cross - sectional study was carried out with 126 elderly adults who visited the San Pedro del Cebollar - Cuenca Sub - center for the period 2015-2016. A data collection instrument was used to know sociodemographic characteristics and Yesavage test to determine depression, family function using FFSIL and comorbidities according to the Charlson scale. The variables were expressed in absolute frequencies and percentage. Statistical methods of chi-square, relative risk (RR) and multiple logistic regression were applied to determine the factors associated with depression. Results: The prevalence of depression was 61.1%. The factors associated with depression were lack of education (RR= 2.720, 95%CI: 1.278-5.788, p= 0.009) and family dysfunction (RR= 3.263, 95%CI: 1.823-5.383, p<0.001). Conclusions: There is a high prevalence of depression, so it is important the comprehensive approach and consideration of the psychosocial factors of older individuals with risk of depression, detailing their educational level and their family dynamics