The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) assesses the health and nutritional status of adults and children in the U.S. Approximately 5,000 respondents participate annually and data are available dating back to 1999. Surveys include In-person interview and physical examinations. Interviews include demographic, socioeconomic, dietary, and health-related questions. The examination component consists of medical, dental, and physiological measurements, as well as lab testing.
Study design: Cross-sectional, nationally representative design
Data collection method: In-person interview; physical examination; biomarker data
Measures of depression: PHQ-9 9-item scale
Other measures: Allergies; Air quality; Balance; Blood pressure; Cardiovascular disease; Cognitive functioning; Dermatology; Diabetes; Dieting; Nutrition; Dietary supplements; Disability status; Functioning; Insurance status; Hearing and vision; Hepatitis; Healthcare utilization & access; Immunization; Arthritis; Kidney conditions’ Chronic pain; Work status; Oral health; Osteoporosis; Physical activity; Respiratory health; Sleep; Smoking; Social support; Taste and small; Tuberculosis; Weight; Consumer behavior; Food security; Housing; Pesticide use; Salt use; Anxiety; Conduct disorders; Eating disorders; Elimination disorders; Panic disorder; Prostate conditions; Sexual and reproductive health; Physician exam; Urine and blood testing
Notable publications using this data:
- A.K. Ferketich et al: Depression as an Antecedent to Heart Disease Among Women and Men in the NHANES I Study
- D. Qato et al: Prevalence of Prescription Medications with Depression as a Potential Adverse Effect Among Adults in the United States
- J.K. Vallance et al: Associations of objectively-assessed physical activity and sedentary time with depression: NHANES (2005–2006)