Multiple logistic regression model was used to examine the relationship between the number of life event and depressive
symptoms using a GDS cutoff point of 8, after controlling potential confounders (Table 3). In men, experience of two events (OR=2.493, 95% CI: 1.097–5.662) and three or more events (OR=3.199, 95% CI: 1.254–8.162) was independently associated with increased risk of having depression. In women, the risk of depression increased only in experiencing three or more events (OR=5.558, 95% CI: 2.118–14.589). In addition, life event affected depressive symptoms differently for men and women (Table 4). Loss of pet and serious financial trouble were associated with an increase in depressive symptoms among men, but serious illness or accident of partner, and loss of a hobby were associated with an increase in depressive symptoms among women. Experience in either good or bad important events increased risk of depression in both sexes.