Over 30,000 residents may be in need of mental health services, according to a survey conducted by the University of Macau (UM), which also showed that depression in Macau is more prevalent than in Hong Kong and the mainland.
Citing the findings of the survey, a UM statement released on Friday said depression was most prevalent among women throughout their lives, senior citizens (aged over 65), and middle-aged men. The findings show that key correlates of depression are unemployment, divorce, poor health, and low levels of social capital.
According to the statement, “The prevalence of depression in Macau is higher than observed in published studies from neighbouring Hong Kong and in mainland China.”
