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Presented at the 18th Annual Research Conference

Depression Among Primary Caregivers of Children with Mental Health Needs

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Session Number: 16 Room: Salon B

Presenting: Janis Gerkensmeyer; Eric Scott; Erika LeBaron; Kim Walton

All Authors for this paper: Janis Gerkensmeyer; Eric Scott; Erika LeBaron; Kim Walton

Presentation Type: paper presentation

Synopsis: High levels of depression were found in a larger study examining the quality of life of primary caregivers of children with mental health needs. The sample consisted of 100 primary caregivers, primarily parents, of children, 2 to 19 years old, receiving mental health services in a community setting. Using the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale, 38% scored 22 points or more, indicating they might have major depression; and 56% scored 15 points or more, indicating they might have mild to major depression. Factors associated with caregivers' depression will be shared, including those that mediate, moderate, or predict depression.

Date: Monday, March 7, 2005

Session Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Presentation Time: 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM