Paper context
depressive disorder, depressive disorders, depressive symptoms
Among household members of adults living with major depressive disorder, we find a high prevalence of depressive symptoms and moderate-to-severe depressive disorders. The findings shed new light on the social ecology of major depressive disorder, including the correspondence of elevated depressive symptoms among co-habiting household members. The findings indicate that mental health screening and treatment should extend beyond the individual perspective – to consider screenings among household members and interventions that account for household dynamics.