Depression is Not a Normal Part of Growing Older - Aging

Depression is a true and treatable medical condition, not a normal part of aging. However older adults are at an increased risk for experiencing depression. If you are concerned about a loved one, offer to go with him or her to see a health care provider to be diagnosed and treated.


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  • SourceUrl: http://www.cdc.gov/aging/mentalhealth/depression.htm
  • Syndication ID: 14471
  • Language: English
  • Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • Date Syndication Captured: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 12:03 PM
  • Date Syndication Updated: Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 12:03 PM

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General: depression older adults suicide insomnia PRC community guide American Psychological Association Prevention Research Center Geriatric Mental Health Foundation National Council on Aging National Institute of Mental Health Depression SAMHSA

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