Deprivation and male depression

Mental health awareness has been improving in the past few years, but there still isn't universal, accessible support for vulnerable people. A recent study carried out by members of the University of Cambridge might help develop targeted support: it showed that the environment in which people live is correlated to risk of depression in men, but not in women. In contrast to men, women that live in deprived areas are more likely to develop anxiety issues. Amalia Thomas got the details from the lead author of this study, Olivia Remes... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists