Transitioning into and out of economic hardship and their effects on depressive symptoms: Moderating roles of housing tenure and educational attainment

Key Points

• Depressive symptoms increase with transitions into economic hardship, negatively impacting mental health.
• Population-level analysis showed a significant correlation, with 85% experiencing worse depressive symptoms.
• Statistical analysis used to explore interactions between economic hardship, housing tenure, and educational attainment levels.
• Findings highlight the importance of educational pathways and stable housing in mitigating mental health declines.