Which of the following is most accurate about depressive symptoms among older adults?

a. Rates of depression are significantly lower for older adults than young adults and middle-aged adults.
b. Rates of depression are about the same for middle-aged, younger adults, and older adults.
c. Rates of depression are the same when using DSM criteria and depressive symptoms from the CES-D10.
d. Symptoms of depression using checklists such as the CES-D


Answer: a. Rates of depression are significantly lower for older adults than young adults and middle-aged adults.

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