%0 Journal Article
%T Association between mood and anxiety disorders and self-reported disability: Results from a nationally representative sample of Canadians
%J Journal of mental health
%D 2009
%A Gadalla, T.M.
%V 18
%N 6
%P 495-503
%X BACKGROUND: Mental disorders represent a significant burden to individuals and society. They can lead to occupational impairment, disruption in interpersonal and family relationships, poor health and suicide. Aims: This study aimed to examine socio-economic and demographic factors associated with mood and/or anxiety disorders and to assess the relation of these disorders with short-term disability and work activity. <br><br>METHODS: This study used data collected in the 2005 Canadian Community Health Survey (N=108,986). <br><br>RESULTS: Higher rates of mood and/or anxiety disorders were found among women, the 30-69 years old, the single/divorced/widowed, Canadian-born, low-income participants and those with chronic physical illness. The presence of mood and/or anxiety disorders was significantly associated with short-term disability, requiring help with daily activities and reduction/modification of work activity. <br><br>CONCLUSIONS: Our findings underscore the importance of early detection and treatment of mental disorders, especially in those at higher risk of developing them.<p /><p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I Informa Healthcare
%@ 0963-8237
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/09638230903111106