Which of the following statements are true regarding depression in the elderly? (Select all that apply.)
a. Highest rates are among individuals who receive long-term care.
b. It is a normal consequence of aging.
c. Most depressed older adults volunteer to share their feelings.
d. Depression is higher in elderly women than elderly men.
e. Older adults express feelings of depression in more subtle ways than younger persons.
A, D, E
Depression is highest in elderly persons who are women, medically ill, and receiving long-term care. Many older adults do not complain or volunteer to share their feelings. It is important to carefully assess and observe the older adults for signs of depression as because they express themselves in more subtle ways, such as changes in daily routine, sleeping, and eating patterns.
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