Disability type, depression, and antidepressants use among older adults in the United States.

CONCLUSIONS: Various forms of disability are strongly associated with depression in older adults. Antidepressants may be underutilized among older adults with certain impairments, including vision, hearing, and mobility. Future research needs should elucidate the mechanisms linking different disabilities to depression and aim to develop treatments tailored to the needs of older adults with disabilities. PMID: 30380333 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30380333?dopt=Abstract

Source: Aging and Mental Health - October 31, 2018 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Xiang X, An R, Kang SW, Stagg BC, Ehrlich JR Tags: Aging Ment Health Source Type: research