2023-11-01 11:59:29
01:56 PM Wednesday 01 November 2023
Written by: Hoda Abdel Nasser
Depression is one of the most prominent mental health problems that requires prompt treatment to reduce any health complications, especially among the elderly.
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In the following report, the Consulto reviews everything related to depression in the elderly, according to the Every Day Health website.
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Symptoms of depression in the elderly
Depression in older people is usually difficult to detect easily, since they engage in less daily activities, but it is necessary to get appropriate treatment to reduce the problem and side effects.
There are some symptoms that reveal suffering from depression in the elderly, including:
– Decreased appetite.
– Desire to sleep for long hours.
– Feeling sad for long periods.
– Memory problems.
– Increased feeling of pain.
– Personality changes.
– Constant thoughts of death and suicide.
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Causes of depression in the elderly
Many factors can contribute to depression in older people, including:
– Family history.
– Lack of physical activity.
– Sleep problems.
– brain attack.
– cancer.
– Loss of a dear person.
Treatment of depression in the elderly
Depression in the elderly is usually treated by a specialist doctor after asking several psychological questions according to each case, and then determining the medications to be taken, including antidepressants, and continuous follow-up with the specialist doctor for speedy treatment without exposure to any health complications.
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Ways to prevent depression in the elderly
There are some methods that older people should follow to control their chances of developing depression, as they are evident in:
– Maintaining body activity.
– Follow a healthy diet.
– Get enough sleep, at least seven hours a day.
– Avoid isolation completely.
– Try to exercise regularly.
– Tell your family and doctor if you feel any symptoms of depression.
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