reviewThe British Journal of PsychiatryFeb 1, 2013BRONZE OA

Vitamin D deficiency and depression in adults: systematic review and meta-analysis

RARebecca AnglinZSZainab SamaanSDStephen D. WalterSDSarah D. McDonald

St. Joseph Hospital · St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton · +1 more institution

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Abstract

Background

There is conflicting evidence about the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and depression, and a systematic assessment of the literature has not been available.

Aims

To determine the relationship, if any, between vitamin D deficiency and depression. METHOD: A systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies and randomised controlled trials was conducted.

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Keywords
  • Depression (economics)
  • Meta-analysis
  • Medicine
  • Vitamin D and neurology
  • vitamin D deficiency
  • Odds ratio
  • Internal medicine
  • Cohort study
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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