Chronic Disease Indicators Database (AIHW)

Indicator Details

Indicator Id:		00157
Description:		Percentage of persons aged 18 years and over in rural, regional and remote areas who report depressive, anxiety and substance abuse disorders
Indicator Source:		AIHW (Rural, regional and remote health indicators publication)
Data Available:		Yes
Data Source(s):		National Health Survey (NHS) National Survey of Mental Health & Wellbeing
Where reported:		AIHW: Rural, Regional and Remote Health, indicators of health
Numerator:		The number of males and females in each area who report these disorders
Denominator:		Total number of males and females in the survey who responded to the question
Suggested Reporting Categories:		Compare to prevalence in urban areas; report for ages 18-24, 25-44, 45-64, 65 years and over
Link(s):		AIHW: Rural, Regional and Remote Health, indicators of health publication