%0 Journal Article
%T Treating depression in the elderly: Remedying an underdiagnosed disorder
%J Consultant
%D 1999
%A Zal, H.M.
%V 39
%N 5
%P 1565-1579
%X Depression is not a mandatory consequence of growing older. However, it is common in elderly persons, particularly among those with medical co- morbidity. Major depression often goes undiagnosed and untreated. It is a significant public health problem, particularly because of its high mortality rate resulting from suicide. Once the special needs of the geriatric patient are evaluated, multiple treatment options are available to improve their mood, functioning, quality of life, and compliance with medical treatment. These modalities include pharmacotherapy, herbal medicine, psychotherapy, electroconvulsive therapy, and hormonal therapy. Pharmacotherapy now offers several choices with increased safety and improved side-effect profiles. Psychotherapeutic techniques have much to offer depressed patients and their families.<p /><p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I 
%@ 0010-7069
%U http://dx.doi.org/