A "depressive mood" refers to a state of sadness, despair, or low spirits. It is when someone feels down and lacks motivation, often lasting for an extended period. Full definition
Selected neighborhood characteristics were associated with depressive mood after adjusting for individual variables. (cambridge.org)
The aim of this paper is to review empirical findings on the relationships between neighborhood characteristics and depressive mood among older adults. (cambridge.org)
Conclusions: Neighborhood variables seem to make a unique and significant contribution to the understanding of depressive mood among older adults. (cambridge.org)