Abstract
[Purpose] To identify the relationship between depressive disorder prevalence and cognitive and physical functions of community-dwelling older adults. [Methods] The study subjects were 95 adults over the age of 65 residing in J City. Social and demographic characteristics, cognition, balance, walking, and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) were evaluated, along with depressive disorder symptoms, and analyzed with logistic regression. [Results] Depressive disorder among senior citizens was related to the death of a spouse, disease status, ability to walk 10 m, and IADLs. [Conclusion] Interventions that employ social and physical therapeutic approaches to enhance locomotion and activities of daily living (ADLs) through the promotion of psycholoical stability might be effective for senior citizens with depressive disorders.
