Depression is more than just a bout of sadness and it’s not a natural consequence of aging.
However, treatment of elderly depression should be taken seriously because the impairing medical condition with accompanying changes to the brain can have a long-lasting effect on cognition and mortality.
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About the Author
Shebna N. Osanmoh I, PMHNP-BC is a psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner with over 9 years of clinical experience. She specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. She practices at Savant Care serving patients in California and Texas via telehealth.
Medical Reviewer
Dr. Ellen A. Machikawa, MD reviewed this article for clinical and regulatory accuracy.
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