Depression in the Elderly
Clinical Considerations and Therapeutic Approaches. "Gerontology", Vol 40, Suppl. 1 (1994). Supplement Issue: Gerontology 1994, Vol. 40, No. 1
Published on 6. April 1994
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Paperback/Softback
IV, 30 pages
978-3-8055-5964-5 (ISBN)
Description
Apart from dementia, depression is the most frequent psychopathological syndrome seen in later life. Nevertheless, experts suggest that depression in old age remains underdiagnosed and undertreated. This special issue of "Gerontology" presents concise and readable reviews on the epidemiology, diagnosis, management and treatment of depression in the elderly. Complicating factors associated with treatment of geriatric depression, such as poor physical health and and lack of compliance, are examined. Finally, the problems associated with tricyclic anti depressants are reviewed and debated in a panel discussion. Given the growing importance of geriatric depression, this publication is suggested reading for all psychiatrists, general practitioners and social service professionals working with the aged.
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Age-dependent epidemiology of depression, S. Kanowski; approaches to the management of depression in old age, C.L.E. Katona; clinical presentation of depression in the elderly, F. Muller-Spahn and C. Hock; risk of antidepressants in the elderly - tricyclic antidepressants and arrhythmia - revising risks, A.H. Glassman and S.P. Roose; an overview of paroxetine in the elderly, D.L. Dunner.