2020
DOI: 10.21203/rs.2.14587/v5
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Healthcare Utilization and Out-of-Pocket Expenditures Associated with Depression in Adults: A Cross-Sectional Analysis in Nepal

Abstract: Background: Despite attempts to improve universal health coverage (UHC) in low income countries like Nepal, most healthcare utilization is still financed by out-of-pocket (OOP) payments, with detrimental effects on the poorest and most in need. Evidence from high income countries shows that depression is associated with increased healthcare utilization, which may lead to increased OOP expenditures, placing greater stress on families. To inform policies for integrating mental healthcare into UHC in LMIC, we mus… Show more

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