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Depression in later life : an essential guide / Deborah Serani.

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: Lanham, Maryland : Rowman & Littlefield, [2016]Copyright date: ©2016Description: xi, 273 pages : illustrations ; 24 cmContent type:
  • text
  • still image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9781442255821
  • 144225582X
Subject(s):
Contents:
What is late-life depression? -- Geriatric mood disorders -- Diagnosis for depression in later life -- Traditional treatments for depression in later life -- Holistic approaches to depression in later life -- How to maintain success in treatment -- Suicide in later life -- What to expect should you need hospitalization -- Conscious aging with depression in later life -- Long-term care and later-life depression -- 15 late-life depression myths everyone should know -- Appendix A: Depression screening questionnaire -- Appendix B: Current medications and supplements -- Appendix C: Healthcare team contact information -- Appendix D: Side effects checklists for seniors -- Appendix E: Resources -- Appendix F: High-profile people with mood disorders.
Summary: "The geriatric population, defined as men and women 65 years and older, is the fastest growing population in the world. While gerontology, the study of the aging process in human beings, has brought insights about the physical, emotional, and social needs of this population, little attention has been given to the mental health of the aging, and often treatable disorders are overlooked entirely. Depression is one of the leading mental disorders in any age group, but among the elderly it is often viewed as a normal part of aging. It is not. Depression at any age requires attention and treatment. For sufferers and their families and caregivers, this go-to guide introduces readers to depression among the aging and elderly. It looks at both sufferers who've been diagnosed in their younger years as well as those with a new diagnosis, and reviews the symptoms, the diagnostic process, treatment options including alternative and holistic approaches, and long term care for those experiencing mild, moderate, or severe depression. With real stories throughout, the book illustrates the many forms depression can take, and Serani offers a compassionate voice alongside practical advice for sufferers, caregivers, and families. An extensive resource section rounds out the book" -- Dust jacket.
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

The geriatric population, defined as men and women 65 years and older, is the fastest growing population in the world. While gerontology, the study of the aging process in human beings, has brought insights about the physical, emotional, and social needs of this population, little attention has been given to the mental health of the aging, and often treatable disorders are overlooked entirely. Depression is one of the leading mental disorders in any age group, but among the elderly it is often viewed as a normal part of aging. But it's not. Depression at any age requires attention and treatment.



For sufferers and their families and caregivers, this go-to guide introduces readers to depression among the aging and elderly. It looks at both sufferers who've been diagnosed in their younger years as well as those with a new diagnosis, and reviews the symptoms, the diagnostic process, treatment options including alternative and holistic approaches, and long term care for those experiencing mild, moderate, or severe depression. With real stories throughout, the book illustrates the many forms depression can take, and Serani offers a compassionate voice alongside practical advice for sufferers, caregivers, and families. An extensive resource section rounds out the book. Anyone suffering from depression in later life, and anyone who cares for someone suffering, will want to read this important guide to living well with depression in the golden years.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 237-258) and index.

What is late-life depression? -- Geriatric mood disorders -- Diagnosis for depression in later life -- Traditional treatments for depression in later life -- Holistic approaches to depression in later life -- How to maintain success in treatment -- Suicide in later life -- What to expect should you need hospitalization -- Conscious aging with depression in later life -- Long-term care and later-life depression -- 15 late-life depression myths everyone should know -- Appendix A: Depression screening questionnaire -- Appendix B: Current medications and supplements -- Appendix C: Healthcare team contact information -- Appendix D: Side effects checklists for seniors -- Appendix E: Resources -- Appendix F: High-profile people with mood disorders.

"The geriatric population, defined as men and women 65 years and older, is the fastest growing population in the world. While gerontology, the study of the aging process in human beings, has brought insights about the physical, emotional, and social needs of this population, little attention has been given to the mental health of the aging, and often treatable disorders are overlooked entirely. Depression is one of the leading mental disorders in any age group, but among the elderly it is often viewed as a normal part of aging. It is not. Depression at any age requires attention and treatment. For sufferers and their families and caregivers, this go-to guide introduces readers to depression among the aging and elderly. It looks at both sufferers who've been diagnosed in their younger years as well as those with a new diagnosis, and reviews the symptoms, the diagnostic process, treatment options including alternative and holistic approaches, and long term care for those experiencing mild, moderate, or severe depression. With real stories throughout, the book illustrates the many forms depression can take, and Serani offers a compassionate voice alongside practical advice for sufferers, caregivers, and families. An extensive resource section rounds out the book" -- Dust jacket.

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