Research Underway
An evaluation of the contribution of cardiovascular risk factors to psychological distress and disability in the 45 and Up study
Investigators:
Nick Glozier, Ian Hickie (PI), Sharon Naismith
Project aim(s):
This project aims to determine which single or combined cardiovascular risk factors predict psychological distress/depression, and to determine the major associations of physical health and psychological distress with measures of disability among participants in the 45 and Up Study of working age (<65 years). Among other outcomes, it hopes to provide an understanding of key factors predicting disability and quality of life in the NSW population.
Project status:
Application approved December 2008
Project commenced
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