A Comparative Study of Sleep Patterns & Depressive symptoms on ageing Population in rural and urban area

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Authors: Manish Kumar Sharma, Dr. Monika Abrol
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Abstract

There are lots of common public health challenges specifically in India, because there is a diverse population with different types of social, economical, cultural and educational systems.In India there is large population size.In this population almost 60-70% youth is present and rest of the population is ageing population.Ageing population is also an important part of the country.This study explores the prevalence and effects of sleep and depressive issues faces by the ageing population in the rural and urban area of district Palwal Haryana.These issues are most common for elderly persons.Ageing population faces lots of challenges and significantly impaired memory, thinking, decision making, and the ability to perform daily activities impacting individuals' life and interaction in community.The study aims to find out the disparities in the onset, progression, and impact of these conditions between rural and urban areas.A cross-sectional study design was employed, involving structured interviews, and conduct the sleep questionnaire and PHQ-P for assess the quality of sleep and measuring depression in ageing population of rural and urban population.The findings of this study help the caretaking of the ageing peoples of rural and urban area.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Sleep and related disorders Aging Health and Disability Health and Well-being Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Anu Books
Pages
56–63
Publication date
24 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter