Depression in older adults, also called geriatric depression, is a mental and emotional disorder affecting older adults. Feelings of sadness and occasional “blue” moods are normal. However ...
A study published in Journal of American Geriatrics Society on Wednesday finds that older adults face lower odds for depression if they didn’t have depression earlier in life or had higher income ...
Both major and minor depression are reported in 13% of community dwelling older adults, 24% of older medical outpatients and 43% of both acute care and nursing home dwelling older adults.
It often happens in adults, but it can also affect children and teenagers. If you experienced depression when you were younger, you’re more likely to have it when you get older. What is the ...