Prevalence and associated factors of depressive symptoms among older adult diabetic patients in China: a nationally representative cross-sectional study

The high prevalence of depressive symptoms among older adult diabetic patients is significantly associated with sociodemographic, lifestyle, and health-related factors. Personalized psychological interventions should be prioritized for high-risk groups, including individuals with low education levels, women, those experiencing insufficient sleep, and those with multiple comorbidities, in order to enhance their quality of life and reduce social burdens.