Sozioökonomischer Status und psychische Gesundheit

There is ample evidence for socio-economic status being a strong determinant for life expectancy and health. This study reports results regarding the association of socio-economic status and mental health in the general population of Germany. Additionally, future perspectives for the analysis of mental health inequalities using the first wave of the German Health Interview and Examination Survey for Adults (DEGS1) and a special module on mental health are discussed.