Keywords

aging process, chronic illness, late-life depression, older adults, pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic management

Authors

1. Edlund, Barbara J. PhD, ANP, BC
2. Lauerer, Joy DNP, PMHCNS, BC
3. Drayton, Shannon J. PharmD, BCPP

Abstract

Abstract: Depression presents differently in older adults than in younger adults and frequently occurs with many chronic illnesses in later life, though it is not a normal part of aging. The astute practitioner will screen for depression in this population and appropriately treat to improve chronic illness management and quality of life in older adults.