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Other
Publication Title
Maine Primary Partners in Caregiving Project
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Publication Date
9-2002
Abstract/ Summary
Depression is the most common psychiatric disorder that is seen in individuals over the age of 65. The National Institute of Health Consensus Statement concluded that only ten percent of older individuals needing psychiatric treatment actually receive this service. Suicide is common in these individuals, and when recognized and treated, clinical depression can be manages in over 80 percent of cases. The primary care practitioner should ensure that the family caregivers regularly see and speak to their older relatives in order to check in on well-being and recognize possible symptoms of depression.
Repository Citation
Eastern Agency on Aging, University of Maine Center on Aging, Aroostook Area Agency on Aging, Senior Spectrum, Rosscare, Norumbega Medical, Horizons Health Services, Indian Township Tribal Health Center, and Bucksport Regional Health Center, "Depression in the Elderly: Primary Care Practice Fact Sheet #2" (2002). Maine Center on Aging Service and Consultation. 15.
https://digitalcommons.library.umaine.edu/moca_service/15
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