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The Treatment Of Depression In Older Adults: An Evidence-Based Practices Toolkit

Overview of the instances of depression in older adults

Depression affects more than 19 million Americans of all races, ages, and genders every year (Mental Health America, 2022). Depression is increasingly being recognized as a significant public health concern among older adults (Snowden, Steinman, and Frederick, 2007). While old age is often depicted as a time of rest, reflection, and leisure activity, this is not the case for many older individuals, and depression is an under-reported comorbidity with old age (American …

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