Late-Life Depression Severity Varies by Race, Ethnicity
Significant racial and ethnic differences have been identified in late-life depression severity, symptom burden, and depression care.
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In Older Adults, Social Disconnectedness and Isolation Take a Serious Toll
Researchers suggested the Act-Belong-Commit mental health promotion campaign as a possible intervention given its focus on staying physically and mentally active and maintaining social connections.
Mental Health Declining Among Older Adults in the United States
The study authors noted that the pattern of poor mental health trajectories in older adults is mirrored in younger adults, ages 35 to 59 years, suggesting that these trends may be related to declining economic opportunity in the late 2000s.
High Rates of Depressive Symptoms Seen in the Last Year of Life
Depressive symptoms arising in the final year of life were greater among women, young adults, and nonwhite adults.
Hospitalizations May Hasten Cognitive Decline in the Elderly
For older adults, a higher rate of hospitalizations is associated with more rapid cognitive decline.
Antidepressant Monotherapy in Elderly Linked to Increased Incident Dementia
Although 11.0% of individuals taking antidepressants developed dementia, only 2.6% of the unexposed sample went on to be diagnosed with dementia.
ECT Effectively Reduced Agitation, Improved Functioning in Dementia
Overall, ECT was a safe treatment option for patients with dementia experiencing agitation or aggression, as well as for those with comorbid medical conditions.
Telepsychiatry May Be Convenient Alternative for Older Vets in Rural Areas
Veterans in rural areas shared their satisfaction with geriatric psychiatry care delivered via video telehealth.
Despite No Change in Depression Prevalence, Proportion of Seniors Taking Antidepressants More Than Doubles
No change was seen in prevalence of depression from 1990-1993 to 2008-2011.
Positive Minds-Strong Bodies Intervention Improves Functioning for Older Minority, Immigrant Adults
A combined cognitive-behavioral therapy and exercise intervention improved mood and physical functioning and showed acceptance among older minority and immigrant adults.
Exercise May Slow Brain Deterioration in Alzheimer Disease
Exercising may delay brain deterioration in people at high risk for Alzheimer disease.
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