Which of the following statements about depression in the elderly is true?
A. Depression is overdiagnosed and overmedicated among the elderly.
B. Older people who receive a diagnosis of depression do not experience great stigma because depression is understandable as one ages.
C. Families rarely realize that people who are experiencing other major illnesses, such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Parkinson's disease, and stroke, are frequently depressed as well.
D. Depression results in elderly women having the highest suicide rate of any demographic group.
Answer: C
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In the view of the authors, entrance into a family can occur:
a. only through marriage b. through birth but not adoption c. through birth, adoption, or other committed relationships d. only through parenthood
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A. Have had six years of education. B. Earn more than $100,000 annually. C. Are heavy users of social services. D. Enjoy museums.
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a. multinational b. international c. multicultural d. culture-specific