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Factors associated with severe depression (defined as GDS score ≥ 21) compared to those with GDS score <=20
| Variable | Odds ratio | 95% Confidence interval | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live alone | 2.17 | 1.29 | 3.64 |
| History of stroke | 3.02 | 1.18 | 7.76 |
| History of heart attack | 4.26 | 1.85 | 9.81 |
| Composite cognitive score | 0.51 | 0.37 | 0.69 |
