What is the most effective treatment plan for older adults having problems with depression?
a. Reality orientation groups and antipsychotic medications
b. Antidepressant medications
c. Antidepressant medications and development of personal coping skills
d. Validation groups and antipsychotic medications
C
Medications and counseling to support individual coping skills are the standards for treatment of depression. Antidepressant medications alone (response B) are not as effective in treating depression and preventing future exacerbations. Responses A and D are inappropriate. Antipsychotic medications are inappropriate for the treatment of depression. Reality orientation and validation therapy are designed for confused older adults.
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