Rurality and Risk of Perinatal Depression Among Women in the United States

• DOI: 10.1111/jrh.12401
• Publication Date: 2019-10-11T08:06:11Z
• Authors: Nichole Nidey; Karen M. Tabb; Knute D. Carter; Wei Bao; Lane Strathearn; Diane S. Rohlman; George Wehby; Kelli Ryckman
• Keywords: Rurality; Depression; Odds

Abstract Objective Rural populations may experience more frequent and intense risk factors for perinatal depression than their urban counterparts. However, research has yet to examine rural versus differences in a population‐based study the United States. Therefore, this examined of between women living areas Method Using 2016 data from Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System, we association rural‐urban status during time period. The total analytical sample included 17,229 14 states. was estimated using logistic regression, adjusting race/ethnicity, maternal age, state residence. A second model adjusted education, health insurance status, Women, Infants, Children Special Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC). Results Odds were higher by 21% among (OR = 1.21, 95% CI: 1.05‐1.41) race, ethnicity, age. This difference became smaller not significant when adding coverage, WIC participation. Conclusion Findings suggest inequality risk. Reducing require improving socioeconomic conditions reducing associated women.