depression and other mood disorders

Question 1

Depression and old age is…..

Answer 1

Common, painful, often missed and always treatable.

Question 2

Depression should always be treated with….

Answer 2

Demands a multidimensional approach looking at counceling and medications for the patient.

Question 3

It is commonly hoped that the best medication for depression is?

Answer 3

SSRI

Question 4

In geriatric depression electric treatment is never indicated?

Answer 4

Is generally safe, under used and highly effective.

Question 5

What sort of psychotherapy is accepted for depression treatment?

Answer 5

Cognitive behavioral therapy

“emotions follow thoughts”