Psychological Disorders and Aging Flashcards
1
Q
What is the prevalence of anxiety disorders in older individuals and gender?
A
-Less prevalent in older adults than younger adults
-In older adults, one of the most common of the mental health disorders
-Women more often than men
2
Q
What are anxiety disorders among older individuals?
A
Generalized and phobias
3
Q
How is depression caused in older individuals?
A
Could be due to loss and medical diagnoses, both of which contribute to the development
3
Q
What is depression like in older individuals?
A
Could be initial or life-long pattern
